Patient Care Technician - Nursing Support & Vital Signs

Carle; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 39,950; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Health Care Technician to support licensed nursing staff and assist with personal care for assigned patient groups. The role involves data collection, documentation, and performing basic nursing tasks under the supervision of an RN.

Responsibilities include maintaining unit supplies, communication with the care team, and potential float duties or sitter roles to ensure high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 30 days.
• High school diploma/GED required.
• Relevant medical/military training; CNA coursework within past 24 months; CNA certification; nursing clinical experience; past CNA work within 24 months; completion of Carle's HCT In Training Program.

Responsibilities

• Assists with maintenance of unit supplies (stocking nurse servers, cleaning equipment, ordering supplies, assembling charts).
• Collects data on assigned patients and ensures accurate, timely documentation.
• Demonstrates competency in psychomotor skills (vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, intake/output).
• Assists patients with activities of daily living.
• Prepares patients for transportation.
• Updates white boards and conducts hourly rounding to communicate with the team.
• Floats within the hospital to perform duties as needed.
• Can serve as a sitter when required.
• Participates with the healthcare team to improve quality of care.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Health Care Technician to support licensed nursing staff and assist with personal care for assigned patient groups. The role involves data collection, documentation, and performing basic nursing tasks under the supervision of an RN.

Responsibilities include maintaining unit supplies, communication with the care team, and potential float duties or sitter roles to ensure high-quality patient care.