Patient Care Technician - Observation Unit - Days

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premiums for holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Retirement Options with Company Match

Job summary

NorthShore University HealthSystem in Elmhurst, IL is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Observation Unit on a part-time schedule. The role supports Registered Nurses by performing routine patient care tasks to ensure patient comfort and safety.

You will work 7:00am–7:30pm shifts with every third weekend and holiday on track; CPR certification and CNA-like training or equivalent required; the pay ranges from $18.84 to $27.32 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited nursing assistant training course.
• Minimum six months of previous patient care experience or equivalent.
• Completion of one nursing clinical rotation.
• Care Companion Course within six months of hire when required by the department.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient care tasks and procedures under RN supervision to ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Assists with daily living activities and monitor patient conditions as directed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Prioritization

Following directions

Education

Nursing assistant training

Nursing clinical rotation

Tools

CPR Certification

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 - Observation Unit
• Location Elmhurst Main Hospital Campus - 155 E. Brush Hill Rd., Elmhurst, IL 60126
• Part-Time 24/hr per week
• Hours 7:00am-7:30pm with every 3rd weekend and holiday track
• Required Travel no

What you will do:

The Patient Care Tech, under the directions of a Registered Nurse (RN) and, according to established procedures, performs patient care tasks and patient care procedures necessary to provide for the care, comfort and safety of patients.

What you will need:

• Education: N/A
• Certification: Current CPR Certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Experience: Successful completion of an accredited nursing assistant training course or minimum six monthsof previous patient care experience or equivalent or completion of one nursing clinical rotation
• Successful completion of care Companion Course within six months of hire when course is required by the department.
• Unique or Preferred Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills including teamwork, ability to prioritize, ability to receive and follow through on directions.

Benefits (For full time or part time 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, and Vision options
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Free Parking at designated locations
  • Wellness Program Savings Plan
  • Health Savings Account Options
  • Retirement Options with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Community Involvement Opportunities

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.

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