Patient Care Technician – Day Shift, Part-Time

Northwestern Medicine group; Palos Park (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Part-time Patient Care Tech to support nursing staff under an RN. This role includes basic patient care, vital signs, and assisting with daily activities while maintaining unit workflows. Strong communication and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

The position emphasizes teamwork, adherence to ethics and compliance, and patient-centered care within a busy hospital setting. Requires BLS and relevant CNA/EMT certification or nursing student status.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• CNA, CMA, EMT, or nursing student with one semester of clinical completed is required.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic nursing care activities as delegated by an RN.
• Monitors vital signs and records intake and output.
• Assists with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating).
• Reports abnormal findings to nursing staff.
• Keeps patient rooms clean and orderly.
• Interacts with patients and families with professional communication.
• Manages unit workflow with charge RN as needed.
• Adheres to policies, ethics, and compliance standards.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

ADL assistance

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNA / CMA / EMT or nursing student (clinical completed)

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Part-time Patient Care Tech to support nursing staff under an RN. This role includes basic patient care, vital signs, and assisting with daily activities while maintaining unit workflows. Strong communication and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

The position emphasizes teamwork, adherence to ethics and compliance, and patient-centered care within a busy hospital setting. Requires BLS and relevant CNA/EMT certification or nursing student status.