Patient Care Technician: Compassionate Care & Vital Signs

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Chicago, IL is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide basic daily care to patients and assist with daily living activities. You will work under the direction of the registered nurse to support patient comfort and safety.

The role requires CNA certification or enrollment in a nursing program, a high school diploma, effective communication, and ability to lift up to 35 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA Certification or enrollment in an accredited nursing program required.
• Successful completion of the Patient Care Technician orientation.
• Demonstrates growth/development knowledge for patient age groups.
• Effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient hygiene care and daily living activities.
• Records routine data and vital signs in the nursing database.
• Orients patients and families to environment and safety.
• Assists in transferring patients and equipment.
• Documents care and monitors inventory at bedside.

Skills

High school diploma

CNA Certification

Nursing program enrollment

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Patient lifting up to 35 lbs

Education

CNA Certification

Nursing program enrollment

Job description

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Chicago, IL is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide basic daily care to patients and assist with daily living activities. You will work under the direction of the registered nurse to support patient comfort and safety.

The role requires CNA certification or enrollment in a nursing program, a high school diploma, effective communication, and ability to lift up to 35 pounds.