Patient Care Technician – Full-Time

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency in Chicago seeks a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to provide patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will monitor vital signs, assist with admissions and discharges, and support care plans to ensure a safe, positive patient experience.

Responsibilities include basic clinical tasks, specimen collection, mobility assistance, and ensuring safety through hourly rounding and protocol adherence.

Qualifications

• CNA certification or completion of accredited training or relevant patient care experience.
• Current CPR/BLS certification from AHA or Red Cross.
• At least 1 year of relevant medical office or patient care experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care activities, including vital signs and mobility support.
• Support admissions and discharges, and implement care plans.
• Maintain safety standards and provide emotional support to patients.
• Perform specimen collection as needed.
• Document care and coordinate with nursing staff.

Skills

CNA certification

CPR/BLS certification

1+ year patient care

Basic computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

This position involves providing patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse within a healthcare setting. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, performing diagnostic tests such as EKGs and ultrasounds, assisting with patient admissions, discharges, and care plans, as well as ensuring patient safety through hourly rounding and safety protocols. The role emphasizes delivering high-quality, compassionate care to create a positive patient experience while maintaining a safe environment.

Qualifications & Skills

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification or completion of an accredited training course, or relevant patient care experience
• Current CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross
• At least one year of relevant medical office or patient care experience
• Basic computer skills for charting and documentation
• Strong interpersonal, prioritization, collaboration, and following instructions skills

Key Duties

• Assist with patient care activities, including vital signs, specimen collection, and mobility support
• Support patient admissions and discharges, and implement care plans
• Maintain safety standards and provide emotional support to patients

Based in Chicago, offering benefits such as dental, medical, vision, tuition reimbursement, and other perks.