Patient Care Technician – General Medicine

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Technician in Chicago, IL to support Registered Nurses with direct and indirect patient care across units, including newborn and adult care. The role requires clinical skills, compassionate patient interaction, and adherence to safety procedures.

Responsibilities include admissions/discharges, vital signs, glucose checks, phlebotomy, and assisting with daily activities. CNA certification and CPR are required; a high school diploma is mandatory.

Qualifications

• CNA certification and CPR (BLS) are required.
• High school diploma is required; additional nursing education preferred.
• Experience in a health care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care activities under RN supervision, including admissions, transfers, discharges, vital signs, intake/output, and newborn care.
• Obtain EKG, glucose checks, phlebotomy, and basic patient assessments.
• Maintain safe, clean environment; assist with daily activities and comfort measures.
• Respond to patient call lights promptly and report changes to RN.

Skills

CNA Certification

CPR (BLS)

Education

High school diploma

Nursing education / college experience preferred

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Technician in Chicago, IL to support Registered Nurses with direct and indirect patient care across units, including newborn and adult care. The role requires clinical skills, compassionate patient interaction, and adherence to safety procedures.

Responsibilities include admissions/discharges, vital signs, glucose checks, phlebotomy, and assisting with daily activities. CNA certification and CPR are required; a high school diploma is mandatory.