Patient Care Technician: Phlebotomy & Nursing Support

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in Chicago is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses and contribute to high-quality patient care across units.

You will perform routine clinical tasks, monitor patients, assist with procedures, and help maintain a safe, clean environment. The role offers exposure to diverse clinical experiences and opportunities for professional growth.

A CNA certificate or nursing education, CPR/BLS, and strong teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• CNA Certification or currently enrolled in nursing program with completed clinical rotations.
• CPR recognition by the American Heart Association (BLS for Healthcare Providers).
• Minimum of 90% on annual Health and Safety Training quizzes.
• Unit based recognition for Capillary Blood Glucose Monitoring.
• High school diploma required; one year of college or nursing education or equivalent experience preferred.
• Previous experience in a health care setting preferred with ability to relate to patients, family, nursing and medical staff.

Responsibilities

• Direct Patient Care Activities: assists with admission, transfer, discharge; records vitals; prepares rooms; assists with feeding.
• Direct Patient Care Activities: performs phlebotomy, EKGs, infant security checks, newborn screenings, glucose checks.
• Indirect Patient Care: maintains safe, clean environment and inventories patient belongings; stocks supplies; participates in QC activities.
• Under RN supervision, assists with pre- and post-operative care and supports overall unit operations.
• Responds to patient call lights and emergencies, documents observations, and follows Patient First standards.

Skills

CNA Certification

CPR (BLS)

Patient Care

Nursing Experience

Education

High School Diploma

Nursing Education

Job description

Northwestern Medicine in Chicago is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses and contribute to high-quality patient care across units.

You will perform routine clinical tasks, monitor patients, assist with procedures, and help maintain a safe, clean environment. The role offers exposure to diverse clinical experiences and opportunities for professional growth.

A CNA certificate or nursing education, CPR/BLS, and strong teamwork are essential.