Patient Care Technician

Swedish American; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team as Nursing Assistants. This role involves assisting in patient care under the supervision of registered nurses, performing essential tasks such as EKG monitoring, and ensuring timely communication regarding patient status. With a strong commitment to employee development, the organization offers competitive pay along with a comprehensive benefits package, including tuition assistance and wellness reimbursement. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Short and Long-Term Disability

Paternity Leave

Adoption Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

On-site Day Care

Qualifications

• Must provide copy of diploma/degree for highest level of education obtained.
• Certification as a Nursing Assistant or completion of fundamentals of nursing course required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing patient care under the supervision of an RN.
• Perform selected cross-trained skills and treatments specific to department.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Critical Decision-Making

Customer Service Skills

Basic Arithmetic Skills

Education

Certification as a Nursing Assistant

Completion of Fundamentals of Nursing Course

Tools

Computer Experience

Job description

Full Time · Night Shift · 2300-0730/40 hrs per week/rotating weekends & holidays

FTE: 1

Pay Range: $18.28 - $25.59 / hour

Additional components of compensation may include:

• Evening, night and weekend shift differential

At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance
• Annual wellness reimbursement
• Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids
• Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!
• Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development
• Strong shared governance structure
• Commitment to employee voice

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of an RN, assists in providing patient care. Performs selected cross-trained skills, treatments and procedures specific to department for patients, including EKG and/or monitoring. Updates RN with timely information regarding patient status in compliance with Patient Services Department policy and other regulatory agency requirements. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental and divisional nursing philosophy and objectives, as well as, Health System initiatives.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

Must provide copy of diploma/degree for highest level of education obtained.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Certification as a Nursing Assistant or completion of fundamentals of nursing course and registration on the Illinois Department of Health Registry, or a nurse who has completed RN or LPN training in another country with completion of EKG. Bi-annual CPR certification by the renewal date.

Heart Hospital incumbents must complete BDI course within six months of hire.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job-specific competencies and skill verification tools required. Good interpersonal, organizational and critical decision-making skills required. Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing. Computer experience helpful. Basic arithmetic skills required. Exceptional customer service skills with all customers.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. We value the knowledge, unique perspectives, and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work daily. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.