Patient Care Technician Certified

Ascension Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan 403(b)

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Other family benefits

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension Saint Joseph in Chicago, IL is seeking staff for the Emergency Department night shift. The role is full-time, 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m., on a 3 x 12's schedule with rotating weekends and holidays.

You will guide patients, assist with daily care, monitor changes, and keep rooms and equipment clean to ensure safety and quality care. The position requires various licensures (EMT, LPN/LVN, Nurse Aide) and BLS/CPR instructor qualifications with active credentials prior to hire.

Qualifications

• Emergency Medical Tech credentialed from the Illinois Board Of Division of Emergency Medical Services and Highway Safety obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Nurse Aide credentialed from the Illinois Department of Public Health obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Instructor specializing in Basic Life Support obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

Responsibilities

• Guide and position patients safely to promote their physical comfort and prevent injury.
• Support patients with daily personal care to maintain their dignity and overall well-being.
• Monitor physical, mental and emotional changes to ensure timely care interventions and accurate records.
• Maintain clean patient rooms and organized medical equipment to create a safe healing environment.

Skills

EMT credentialed

Nurse Aide

LPN/LVN

BLS Provider

CPR Instructor

Education

High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Chicago, IL

• Facility: Ascension Saint Joseph

• Department: Emergency Department

• Schedule: Night shift | Full-time | 7:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m. | 3 x 12's | Rotating weekends and holidays

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Guide and position patients safely to promote their physical comfort and prevent injury.

• Support patients with daily personal care to maintain their dignity and overall well-being.

• Monitor physical, mental and emotional changes to ensure timely care interventions and accurate records.

• Maintain clean patient rooms and organized medical equipment to create a safe healing environment.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Required Credential(s):

• One or more of the following:

• Emergency Medical Tech credentialed from the Illinois Board Of Division of Emergency Medical Services and Highway Safety obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Intermediate or Advanced also acceptable.

• Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

• Nurse Aide credentialed from the Illinois Department of Public Health obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Nursing student who has completed on semester of medical surgical nursing is also acceptable.

• One or more of the following:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Instructor specializing in Basic Life Support obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences:

• 1 year of experience is preferred.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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