Patient Care Technician-Float Pool Part Time Days

Northwestern Medicine; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Nursing Float Pool Patient Care Technician to enhance patient care and safety. In this vital role, you will work under the guidance of registered nurses, providing essential support in various acute care settings. Your responsibilities will include assisting patients with daily activities, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring a safe environment for those at risk. This dynamic position requires strong communication and multitasking skills, as well as a commitment to teamwork and flexibility. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your contributions and offers a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Flexible Scheduling

Professional Development

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CNA Certification or clinical practicum in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Monitors patients via continuous video monitoring and offers support.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication Skills

Technology Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA Certification

CPR Certification

Tools

Mobile Video Monitors

Communication Device

Job description

Description

The Nursing Float Pool Patient Care Technician reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse, provides direct patient care and, at times, direct continuous safety observation of assigned patients to promote the physical, personal, emotional and hygienic needs of patients assigned as appropriate per unit/facility.

Responsibilities:

• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of the registered nurse. Duties may include, but are not limited to: activities of daily living, observations, assisting patients with personal hygiene/toileting needs, reporting to the registered nurse, feeding/assisting with feeding the patient, monitoring and recording vital signs, turning and repositioning bed ridden patients, transporting patients, making sure patient rooms are clean, tidy, and stocked with supplies, and other general patient care duties as directed by the registered nurse.
• Provides continuous safety observation, either in-person or via continuous video monitoring, of patients identified to be at risk for causing injury to him/herself or to others. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: offering basic comfort measures to help the patient relax and addressing the emotional needs of specific patients served, including the use of encouragement, distraction, coping strategies, cognitive stimulation activities, and de-escalation techniques within the scope of this role as appropriate.
• Remotely monitors up to 9 patients via continuous video monitoring. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: providing effective verbal redirection of designated remote continuous observation patients from engaging in risk behaviors and summoning appropriate staff via communication device/STAT Alert Alarm when appropriate. Components of this equipment include, but are not limited to: 2-way audio with microphone and headset, STAT Alert Alarm, mobile video monitors, and a centralized monitoring station.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Healthcare Provider BLS (CPR) Certification
• CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) Certification or have completed one year of clinical practicum in a hospital setting via a certified nursing program.
• CPI Certification – Within 90 Days of Hire
• Proficient computer and technology skills
• Strong ability to multitask and prioritize workflow under various circumstances
• Willingness to work in a team environment
• Flexibility to work in a variety of acute care environments upon little notice
• Excellent communication skills
• Physical ability to perform functional requirements as detailed. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Physical Demands Requirement:
  • Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 50 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit ourBenefitssection to learn more.