Patient Care Technician - Medical Pulmonary Unit - Nights

Endeavor-Health; Arlington Heights (IL); Sur place; USD 26 000 - 38 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Shift pay

Holiday pay

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

Endeavor Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Medical Pulmonary Unit on nights in Arlington Heights, IL. This part-time role requires the ability to attend orientation and provides nursing support under supervision.

The position emphasizes patient care, vital signs, basic procedures like EKGs, and documentation in the electronic medical record. CPR certification and CNA/EMT credentials are required or in progress.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school or equivalent.
• CNA coursework and successful CNA certification exam.
• EMT or paramedics training or enrollment in accredited nursing program with major clinical rotation.

Responsabilités

• Assist patients with personal care needs under RN/LPN supervision.
• Monitor vitals, input/output checks, accu-checks and report abnormalities.
• Perform procedures such as EKGs, perineal care, Foley bag care, and other tasks as directed by RN/LPN.
• Document care in electronic medical record and assist with admissions, discharges and transports.

Connaissances

CPR

Vital signs

Patient care

Formation

High school diploma

CNA certification exam

EMT or Paramedics training

Nursing program with rotation

Description du poste

Hourly Pay Range:$18.84 - $27.32 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.Position Highlights:Position: Patient Care Technician - Medical Pulmonary Unit – NightsLocation: Arlington Heights, ILPart time: 40 hours every 2 weeksMust be able to attend a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Orientation from about 8:00am-4:30pm on the week of starting.Hours: 7:00pm-7:30am, Every other weekend requiredRequired Travel: NoWhat you will do:Assists patients with personal care needs including bathing, grooming, oral care, eating, use of bedpan or urinal, positioning, answering and responding to patient call lights, bed making, etc. under the supervision of a RN/LPN.Assists with exercising and ambulating patient; utilizes correct body mechanics while assisting with patient mobility; maintains physical safety and comfort of patient under supervision of a RN/LPN.Obtains patient vital signs, input and output checks, and accu-checks, and reports abnormalities to the nurse. As directed by RN/LPN performs procedures such as EKG’s, perineal care, emptying of foley bags, application of restraints, backrubs, etc. Collects specimens such as urine, feces, sputum, and delivers as necessary. Documents basic patient care into electronic medical record.Assists nursing and clerical staff with admitting, discharging, transferring, ambulating, transporting, and observing patients to ensure safety as directed. Adequately answers unit phones and can effectively direct phone calls to the appropriate parties. May perform duties of an Observation Assistant as needed.What you will need:The level of knowledge normally obtained through the completion of high schoolCompletion of an accredited CNA course and the successful completion of the CNA certification exam, EMT or paramedics training course, or current enrollment in an accredited nursing program with the completion of at least one major clinical medical or surgical rotation requiredCurrent CPR certification from the American Heart AssociationBenefits (For full time or part time positions):Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)Incentive pay for select positionsOpportunity for annual increases based on performanceCareer Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and DevelopmentVarious Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision optionsTuition ReimbursementFree ParkingWellness Program Savings PlanHealth Savings Account OptionsRetirement Options with Company MatchPaid Time Off and Holiday PayCommunity Involvement OpportunitiesEndeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”.Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.