Patient Care Technician - Neurology Unit - Days

1201 Northwest Community Hospital; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program

HSA Options

PTO & Holidays

Company 401(k) match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Endeavor Health in Arlington Heights, IL seeks a Patient Care Technician - Neurology Unit – Days to join our full-time team. The role supports the care team, assists with personal care, mobility, vitals, and documentation in the EMR, under RN/LPN supervision.

Hours are 7:00am–7:30pm with every other weekend required; orientation week includes full-day sessions. Eligible candidates have CNA training, CPR certification, and high school completion to join a Magnet-designated provider with

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited CNA course and successful CNA certification exam, EMT or paramedics training, or current enrollment in a nursing program with a major clinical rotation.
• Current CPR certification from the American Heart Association.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Enter specific patient treatments and charges to support the patient healthcare record.
• Assist the care team in coordinating patient activities and services.
• Coordinate communication between care team, physicians, patients and family members.
• Assist patients with personal care needs under RN/LPN supervision.
• Support patient mobility and safety using proper body mechanics under supervision.
• Obtain and document vital signs, input/output checks, and report abnormalities.
• Perform RN/LPN-directed procedures such as EKGs, perineal care, and catheter bag maintenance.
• Collect specimens and document care in the EMR.
• Assist with admitting, discharging, transferring, and transporting patients as directed.

Skills

CPR certification

Patient care

Education

High school diploma

CNA certification

Nursing program enrollment

Job description

Hourly Pay Range

$19.71 - $28.58 - 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 - Neurology Unit – Days
• Location: Arlington Heights, IL
• Full time: 36 hours per week
• Must be able to attend a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Orientation from about 8:00am-4:30pm on the week of starting.
• Hours: 7:00am - 7:30pm Every other weekend is required
• Required Travel: No

What you will do

• Enters specific patient Treatments, charges to facilitate management of the patient healthcare record.
• Assists the care team in coordinating patient activities and services.
• Assists in coordinating communication and resources between care team, physicians, patients and family members.
• 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 school.
• Completion 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 required.
• Current CPR certification from the American Heart Association.

Benefits (For full time or part time positions)

• Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan, which offers the potential to earn a certain percentage amount of your base salary based on organizational performance. (For AIP eligible positions)
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program
• Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Company Overview

Endeavor 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.

Mission Statement

“help everyone in our communities be their best”.

Commitment to Inclusion

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

Careers

Welcome to Endeavor Health Careers At Endeavor Health, we believe every role plays an important part in advancing our mission to help everyone in our communities be their best. Whether you’re just beginning your career journey or are a seasoned professional, you’ll find opportunities here to learn, grow, and thrive. Your Career is our Endeavor.