Patient Care Technician - Float Unit Support & Vital Signs

Northwestern Medicine; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Tech Float to support nursing staff under RN supervision. The role includes monitoring vital signs, measuring glucose, and recording intake and output, while aiding patients with daily living activities and personal care.

The position also involves maintaining clean, orderly rooms, prioritizing tasks, and communicating changes to the care team. CPR/BLS is required; CNA/CMA/EMT credentials or nursing student rotations are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Nursing students who have completed one clinical rotation, or CNA, CMA or EMT certification.
• CPR – BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic nursing care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.
• Assists patients with personal care and activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming and eating.
• Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Keeps patient rooms clean and orderly.
• Demonstrates flexibility, organization, and multi-tasking; works under stress.
• Prioritizes unit work and coordinates with the charge RN and staff.
• Acts as liaison between patient care units and related departments.
• Answers calls and communicates information to staff, family or patient.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Nursing students with one clinical rotation completed

Certified Nursing Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant

Emergency Medical Technician

CPR – Basic Life Support

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Tech Float to support nursing staff under RN supervision. The role includes monitoring vital signs, measuring glucose, and recording intake and output, while aiding patients with daily living activities and personal care.

The position also involves maintaining clean, orderly rooms, prioritizing tasks, and communicating changes to the care team. CPR/BLS is required; CNA/CMA/EMT credentials or nursing student rotations are preferred.