Patient Care Technician - Full-Time

Live Well Homecare; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Medical insurance

Vacation

Vision insurance

Other perks

Job summary

Live Well Homecare seeks a compassionate CNA to provide patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in an Elmhurst healthcare setting.

You will monitor vitals, assist with admissions and discharge planning, and support care plans while upholding safety and quality standards to ensure a positive patient experience.

Qualifications

• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• CNA training or nursing rotation preferred.
• At least one year of relevant medical experience.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and charting.
• Strong interpersonal, prioritization and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vital signs and report changes to RN.
• Assist with admissions, discharges and care plans.
• Perform basic diagnostic tasks as directed (simple EKGs, ultrasound support).
• Maintain safety protocols and conduct hourly rounds.
• Provide emotional support and ensure a high-quality patient experience.

Skills

CPR/BLS certification

CNA training

Medical environment experience

Basic computer skills

Interpersonal & teamwork

Education

CNA certification

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EMR)

Job description

Role Overview

The position involves providing patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in a healthcare setting. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, performing diagnostic tests such as EKGs and ultrasounds, assisting with patient admissions, preparing for discharge, and implementing care plans. The role also requires maintaining safety protocols, conducting hourly patient rounds, offering emotional support, and ensuring a safe, high-quality patient experience.

Qualifications & Skills

• Current CPR/BLS certification through the American Heart Association or Red Cross
• Completion of CNA training or nursing clinical rotation preferred
• At least one year of relevant experience in a medical environment
• Basic computer skills for documentation and charting
• Strong interpersonal, prioritization, collaboration, and adherence to instructions

Additional Information

Located at accessible public transportation routes, the facility offers benefits such as dental, medical, vacation, vision, and other perks.