Patient Care Technician - Medical Stroke Telemetry - Nights

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician to join their team. This full-time position involves providing essential care and support to patients, ensuring their comfort and safety under the guidance of nursing staff. The role requires excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to patient welfare. With opportunities for career development and a supportive work environment, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare community. If you're passionate about patient care and eager to grow in your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Premium Pay for Eligible Employees

Career Development Opportunities

Medical, Dental, Pet, and Vision Options

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Savings Plan

Health Savings Accounts

Retirement with Company Match

PTO and Holidays

Community Involvement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in the US; CNA training preferred.
• Current BLS certification for Healthcare Providers required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care tasks under RN/LPN supervision.
• Assist with personal care needs and patient transfers.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Prioritization

Patient Welfare Concern

Safety Protocol Adherence

Education

CNA Training Preferred

Nursing Clinical Rotation Preferred

Tools

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

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 Stroke Telemetry
• Location: Glenbrook Hospital
• Full Time/Part Time: Full Time, Night shift (11pm-7:30am) with Rotating Weekends
• Hours: 32
• Required Travel: N/A

Job Summary

The Patient Care Tech, under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practicing Nurse (LPN), performs patient care tasks and procedures to ensure the care, comfort, and safety of patients. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to patients on the assigned unit.

It is the obligation of each employee to abide by and promote the mission, vision, and values of Endeavor Health to ensure excellent, compassionate services.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions

1. Patient & Visitor Interactions / Customer Service / Hourly Rounding: Interact with patients and visitors, answer call lights and phones, assist visitors, and perform purposeful hourly rounds.
2. Patient Safe Handling / Ambulation / Repositioning: Learn and apply patient safe handling skills to assist with ambulation and transfers, using appropriate equipment.
3. Basic Nursing Care - ADLs: Assist with personal care needs such as bathing, grooming, oral care, feeding, bedpan or urinal use, positioning, and responding to call lights, under RN/LPN supervision.
4. Admission/Discharge/Transfers: Support room setup, patient orientation, discharges, transfers, and transportation, ensuring patient safety and providing updates.
5. Procedures and Treatments: Complete and document care activities like vital signs, weights, intake & output, and perform procedures such as ECGs and wound care under supervision.
6. Care Companion/Sitter/Observer: Remain with patients as needed for safety, per RN or LPN request.
7. Department Specific Tasks: Support nursing staff with indirect activities like restocking, cleaning, and record-keeping.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Eligible to work in the US; CNA training preferred; at least one nursing clinical rotation preferred.

Licensure: Current BLS certification for Healthcare Providers; certification must be obtained within 90 days if not current.

Experience: No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent interpersonal skills, teamwork, prioritization, concern for patient welfare, and adherence to safety protocols.

Working Conditions: Must handle normal mental, visual, auditory attention; potential exposure to blood and hazardous materials; ability to work under pressure.

Physical Demands: Assist with patient lifting and transfers, wear PPE, and perform physical activities like standing, walking, bending, and lifting.

Technical Skills: Basic computer skills required.

Note: Duties may vary based on location and business needs.

Benefits:

• Premium pay for eligible employees
• Career development opportunities
• Medical, Dental, Pet, and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Savings Plan
• Health Savings Accounts
• Retirement with Company Match
• PTO and Holidays
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is committed to providing accessible, community-focused healthcare and values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRRA federal contractor.