Patient Care Technician - 4E Med/Surg/Tele - Nights

Edward Elmhurst Health; Illinois; On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift pay premiums

On-call pay

Holiday pay

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the 4E Med/Surg/Tele unit in Chicago. This full-time night-shift role involves direct patient care under a Clinical Nurse Manager, with weekend rotation and holiday coverage as required.

Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene, mobility, vital signs, ECG setup, and documentation in the EMR, while maintaining patient safety and confidentiality. CNA certification and CPR are required.

Qualifications

• CNA certification or successful completion of accredited nursing assistant training or equivalent.
• American Heart Association CPR Certification.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Ability to interact effectively with others; uphold confidentiality.
• Effective written and verbal communication; be organized and self-directed.

Responsibilities

• Provides care to patients on assigned nursing unit under the direction of a Clinical Nurse Manager.
• Communicates effectively with patient, families, visitors, and members of the health care team in a respectful manner.
• Understands and uses standard precautions with all patients and appropriate PPE.
• Assists with patient hygiene and elimination needs.
• Sets up patient rooms for new admissions with ECG leads, SPO2, and BP cuffs.
• Assists RN with admitting patients and taking initial vital signs, including patients with Covid-19.
• Assists with meeting nutritional needs and ambulation.
• Documents vital signs and point-of-care glucose in EMR.
• Maintains cleanliness of multi-use equipment and follows safety guidelines.
• Performs hand-off reports to oncoming staff.

Skills

CNA Certification

CPR Certification

Patient care

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

CNA certification or nursing assistant training

Job description

Patient Care Technician - 4E Med/Surg/Tele - Nights page is loaded## Patient Care Technician - 4E Med/Surg/Tele - Nightslocations: SWH Swedish Hospital Chicagotime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R48009**Hourly Pay Range:**$19.71 - $28.58 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.**Position Highlights:*** Sign on bonus: None* Position: Patient Care Technician - Nursing Assistant - 4E Med/Surg/Tele* Location: Swedish Hospital, Chicago* Full Time (36 hrs/week)* Hours: Nights (7p-730a); every other weekend and rotating holidays required* Required Travel: May float to other inpatient units as needed.**What you will do:*** Provides care to patients on assigned nursing unit under the direction of a Clinical Nurse Manager.* Communicates effectively with patient, families, visitors, and members of the health care team in a respectful manner.* Understands how to use and uses standard precautions with all patients as well special precautions that may be ordered for the patient based on the pathology diagnosed. This includes the use of all personal protective equipment.* Assists with patient hygiene based on the level assistance the patient requires.* Assists with meeting the elimination needs of the patient which includes helping patients to the bathroom or use bedside commode* Sets up the patient room for a new admission by placing new ECG cables and leads on the counter along with SPO2 cable (critical care) and disposable blood pressure cuff* Assists the RN in admitting new patients by attaching the ECG cables and pulse oximetry and taking initial vital signs. This includes patients with Covid-19.* Assists in providing for nutritional needs of the patient by helping them eat, if needed.* Assists with ambulating and range of motion for the patient.* Follows policies and procedures related to patient and staff safety.* Follows safe patient handling guidelines and demonstrates proper use of lifting and other patient safety equipment.* Accurately documents vital sign monitoring (temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, and blood pressure) as well the results of point of care blood glucose monitor (Accu-Check) in the patient's electronic medical record (EMR).* Properly cleans all multi-use equipment between care of patients.* Uses standard fall and high risk precautions on all patients based on need and direction by the RN.* Performs rounding and repositioning with assigned patients every two hours.* Regularly communicates with the RN regarding any changes in the patient's vital signs or any observations of the patient/family and any tasks assigned.* Maintains clinical competency which is tested each year by Nursing Education* Performs 12-lead ECG on patients as directed by the RN* Proactively organizes, and stocks nursing unit with patient care supplies.* Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality* Empty, measure and record output in all Foley bags/colostomy bags as directed by the RN and at the end of the assigned shift.* Gather all required linen before beginning the bathing or cleaning of patient.* Perform Accu-Check quality controls daily at Midnight* In along with housekeeping, empty trash from patient rooms, nursing station, hallway, medication room and store room at the end of the shift.* Assists nurses in admitting patient, which includes setting up the room, transferring patient to bed.* If no PCT scheduled for the next shift check vital signs on all patients at the end of shift (0700 or 1900).* Give hand-off report to oncoming PCT before leaving at the end of shift.**What you will need:*** CNA certification or Successful completion of an accredited nursing assistant training course or minimum six months of previous patient care experience or equivalent or completion of one nursing clinical rotation* American Heart Association CPR Certification* High school graduate or equivalent* Ability to interact effectively with others* Ability to uphold confidentiality standards appropriately* Must communicate effectively (both written and verbally), be organized and self directed**Benefits:*** Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job (For eligible positions)* Incentive pay for select positions* Opportunity for annual increases based on performance* Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development* Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options* Tuition Reimbursement* Discounted Parking* Wellness Program Savings Plan* Health Savings Account Options* Retirement Options with Company Match* Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay* Community Involvement OpportunitiesEndeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit .When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.Please explore our website to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to \"help everyone in our communities be their best\".Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging - each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.**Welcome to Endeavor Health Careers**At Endeavor Health, we believe every role plays an important part in advancing our mission to help everyone in our communities be their best. Whether you're just beginning your career journey or are a seasoned professional, you'll find opportunities here to learn, grow, and thrive.Your Career is our Endeavor.