Patient Care Technician | Nursing Assistant (Day Shift)

Edward Elmhurst Health; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift pay premium

Holiday incentive pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Discounted Parking

Health Savings Account Options

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

Swedish Hospital Chicago seeks a Patient Care Technician – Nursing Assistant for the 4S Ortho/Post Surgical Tele unit. This full-time role requires day shifts, every other weekend, and rotating holidays.

Responsibilities include helping with patient care, monitoring vitals, and ensuring safety and privacy. You must have CNA certification or completion of nursing assistant training, CPR certification, and good communication skills.

Qualifications

• CNA certification or completion of accredited nursing assistant training.
• American Heart Association CPR certification required.
• Minimum six months of patient care experience or nursing clinical rotation.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients on assigned unit under Nursing Manager guidance.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and health care team.
• Follow standard precautions and PPE for all patients as ordered.
• Assist with patient hygiene, elimination, mobility and nutrition as needed.
• Document vital signs and glucose readings in EMR accurately.

Skills

CNA Certification

CPR Certification

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Swedish Hospital Chicago seeks a Patient Care Technician – Nursing Assistant for the 4S Ortho/Post Surgical Tele unit. This full-time role requires day shifts, every other weekend, and rotating holidays.

Responsibilities include helping with patient care, monitoring vitals, and ensuring safety and privacy. You must have CNA certification or completion of nursing assistant training, CPR certification, and good communication skills.