Patient Care Technician - Full Time

Live Well Homecare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental

Medical

Vision

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Live Well Homecare in Chicago is seeking a patient care supported role under RN supervision to monitor vital signs, assist with admissions/discharges, and implement care plans. The position emphasizes safety, hourly rounding, and emotional support to ensure a positive patient experience.

The role requires CPR/BLS, CNA certification or related experience, and at least one year in a medical office setting, with basic computer/charting skills and strong teamwork as essential attributes.

Qualifications

• CPR/BLS certification required.
• CNA certification or nursing assistant training preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant medical office experience.
• Proficient in charting and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with vital signs and specimen collection.
• Support admissions, discharge prep and care plan implementation.
• Ensure safety protocols and provide emotional support to patients.
• Deliver high-quality patient experiences and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Patient care

Interpersonal skills

Attention to instructions

Education

CNA certification

Nursing assistant training

Tools

EHR/charting software

Basic computer skills

Job description

Role Overview

This position involves providing patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in a healthcare setting. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, performing diagnostic tasks such as EKGs and ultrasounds, assisting with patient admissions, discharges, and implementing care plans. The role emphasizes maintaining patient safety, conducting hourly rounding, and delivering emotional support to ensure a positive experience.

Qualifications & Skills

• Current CPR/BLS certification required.


• Preferred candidates have CNA certification, completed nursing assistant training, or relevant patient care experience.


• Minimum of one year of relevant medical office experience.


• Basic computer skills for charting and documentation.


• Strong interpersonal, prioritization, collaboration, and adherence to instructions.

Key Duties

• Assist with patient care tasks such as vital signs, specimen collection, and assisting with daily activities.


• Support patient admissions, discharge preparations, and care plan implementation.


• Ensure safety protocols are followed and provide emotional support.


• Maintain a safe environment and deliver high-quality patient experiences.

Location & Benefits

Position based in Chicago with benefits including dental, medical, vision, tuition reimbursement, and more.