Patient Care Technician - Acute Rehab Unit - Days

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Arlington Heights (IL); Vor Ort; USD 25.953 - 37.636; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Annual Incentive Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Zusammenfassung

NorthShore University HealthSystem in Arlington Heights, IL is looking for a full-time Patient Care Technician in the Acute Rehab Unit. The role requires assisting patients with personal care tasks, monitoring vital signs, and supporting nursing staff during various patient care activities.

The ideal candidate will have completed high school, hold a CNA certification or equivalent, and possess current CPR certification. The position offers an hourly pay range of $18.84 - $27.32, based on experience and expertise.

Qualifikationen

• Completion of an accredited CNA course and the certification exam or equivalent training.
• Current CPR certification from the American Heart Association.

Aufgaben

• Assist patients with personal care needs under the supervision of a RN/LPN.
• Monitor and record patient vital signs and report abnormalities.
• Support nursing staff with admitting, discharging, and transporting patients.

Kenntnisse

Patient assistance

Vital signs monitoring

Mobility assistance

Basic electronic medical record documentation

Ausbildung

High school diploma

CNA certification or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Hourly Pay Range:

$18.84 - $27.32 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights

• Position: Patient Care Technician - Acute Rehab Unit - Days
• Location: Arlington Heights, IL
• Full time: 36 hours per week
• Must be able to attend a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Orientation from about 8:00am-4:30pm on the week of starting.
• Hours: 7:00am- 7:30pm , Every other weekend
• Not available for seasonal candidates at this time
• Required Travel: No

What you will do

• Assists patients with personal care needs including bathing, grooming, oral care, eating, use of bedpan or urinal, positioning, answering and responding to patient call lights, bed making, etc. under the supervision of a RN/LPN.
• Assists with exercising and ambulating patient; utilizes correct body mechanics while assisting with patient mobility; maintains physical safety and comfort of patient under supervision of a RN/LPN.
• Obtains patient vital signs, input and output checks, and accu‑checks, and reports abnormalities to the nurse. As directed by RN/LPN performs procedures such as EKGs, perineal care, emptying of foley bags, application of restraints, backrubs, etc. Collects specimens such as urine, feces, sputum, and delivers as necessary. Documents basic patient care into electronic medical record.
• Assists nursing and clerical staff with admitting, discharging, transferring, ambulating, transporting, and observing patients to ensure safety as directed. Adequately answers unit phones and can effectively direct phone calls to the appropriate parties. May perform duties of an Observation Assistant as needed.

What you will need

• The level of knowledge normally obtained through the completion of high school.
• Completion of an accredited CNA course and the successful completion of the CNA certification exam, EMT or paramedics training course, or current enrollment in an accredited nursing program with the completion of at least one major clinical medical or surgical rotation required.
• Current CPR certification from the American Heart Association.

Benefits

• Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan, which offers the potential to earn a certain percentage amount of your base salary based on organizational performance.
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job.
• 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.
• Free Parking.
• Wellness Program Savings Plan.
• Health Savings Account Options.
• Retirement Options with Company Match.
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay.
• Community Involvement Opportunities.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.