Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Renal Unit - Nights

Endeavor Health; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay

Shift pay

Holiday pay

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Wellness program

Health, dental, vision options

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Cardiac Renal Unit in Arlington Heights, IL. The role is full-time nights with a 36-hour work week and requires CNA certification and CPR.

You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, perform basic procedures, and document care in the EMR under RN/LPN supervision. Hours are 7:00am–7:30pm on an alternating weekend schedule, with orientation during the first week.

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited CNA program and the CNA certification exam.
• Current CPR certification from the American Heart Association.
• Ability to read and write basic medical documentation.
• Willingness to attend orientation sessions as required.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with personal care needs under RN/LPN supervision.
• Assists with mobility and daily activities using proper body mechanics.
• Obtains vital signs, input/output, and accu-checks; reports abnormalities.
• Documents patient care in the electronic medical record.
• Supports nursing/clerical staff with admissions, discharges, and transports.

Skills

CNA certification

Vital signs

Patient assistance & hygiene

EMR documentation

Education

CNA certification

High school diploma

Job description

## Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Renal Unit - NightsApply: NCH 800 W Central Rd Arlington Heights: Full time: Posted Today: R48151**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:*** **Position:** Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Renal Unit* **Location**: Arlington Heights, IL* **Full time/Part time:** Full time, 36 hours per week* **Hours:** 7:00am -7:30pm , Every other weekend* **Required Travel:** No* Must be able to attend a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Orientation from about 8:00am-4:30pm on the week of starting. **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 EKG’s, 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 (For full time or part time positions):*** 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* Free Parking* Wellness Program Savings Plan* Health Savings Account Options* Retirement Options with Company Match* Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay* Community Involvement Opportunities Endeavor 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 www.endeavorhealth.org.