Patient Care Technician: Nurse Support & Direct Care

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Patient Care Technician in Chicago to support Registered Nurses in direct and indirect patient care. You will assist with admissions, monitor vital signs, perform routine tests, and help with newborn and adult care as assigned.

Qualifications include CNA certification or nursing student with clinical rotations, CPR recognition, and a high school diploma (college coursework preferred). This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and compassionate patient support.

Qualifications

• CNA certification or nursing student with clinical rotations.
• CPR recognition by the American Heart Association (BLS for Healthcare Providers).
• Minimum 90% on annual Health and Safety Training quizzes.
• Capillary Blood Glucose Monitoring experience.
• High school diploma is required; one year of college or nursing education or equivalent preferred.
• Previous health care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
• Take and record vital signs for adults and neonates.
• Perform routine patient care activities under RN supervision.
• Transports patients and supplies as needed.
• Maintains a safe and clean patient environment.

Skills

CNA Certification

CPR (BLS)

Capillary Blood Glucose Monitoring

Patient Care

Education

High School Diploma

Nursing Coursework / College Coursework

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Patient Care Technician in Chicago to support Registered Nurses in direct and indirect patient care. You will assist with admissions, monitor vital signs, perform routine tests, and help with newborn and adult care as assigned.

Qualifications include CNA certification or nursing student with clinical rotations, CPR recognition, and a high school diploma (college coursework preferred). This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and compassionate patient support.