Patient Care Technician - Postpartum Unit - Evening and Night shifts

Swedish Hospital; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift incentives

Tuition reimbursement

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Swedish Hospital in Evanston, IL is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Postpartum Unit. This part-time role supports a RN, delivers patient care, monitors vital signs, assists with activities of daily living, and helps prepare patients for discharge.

The position features a variable schedule (16 hours/week) with 3rd-shift rotations and weekend coverage. Candidates should have CNA training or nursing clinical rotation, BLS, and inpatient experience; commitment to patient safety and

Qualifications

• CNA training or completion of a nursing clinical rotation is preferred.
• Current BLS Healthcare Provider certification required.
• Inpatient PCT or maternal child health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with patient care on the Antepartum unit and monitor vital signs.
• Support with procedures such as 12-Lead EKGs, IV care, and specimen collection.
• Aid with bathing, mobility, feeding, and discharge preparation.
• Help implement patient-specific care plans and maintain safety.
• Contribute to the smooth operation of the unit and patient experience.

Skills

Vital signs

Inpatient care

Patient safety

Team collaboration

Education

CNA training or nursing clinical rotation

Job description

Hourly Pay Range

$19.71 - $28.58 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position

Patient Care Technician - Postpartum Unit

Location

Evanston, IL

Part Time

16 hours /week

Hours

1500-2330 and 2300-0730 will include weekend rotation

Float

Will float to units throughout Evanston Hospital if needed

What you will do

• Work under the supervision of a RN to deliver patient care on the Antepartum unit
• Assist with Vital Signs (includes manual blood pressure), 12-Lead EKG, Bladder Ultrasound, Foley catheter and IV adapter removal, sterile specimen collection, bathing, beds, ambulating, turning, hourly rounding, blood glucose, feeding, admitting patients to room, preparing patients for discharge and any other duties delegated by the Registered Nurse
• Assist with the implementation of a patient specific care plan
• Participate in other activities which are essential to the functioning of the patient care unit
• Positively contributing to safety outcomes and promoting high quality patient experience

What you will need

• Education: Completion of an accredited certified nursing assistant (CNA) training course preferred or Completion of at least one nursing clinical rotation in medical or surgical nursing preferred
• Certification: Current BLS certification for the Healthcare Provider issued by American Heart Association
• Experience: Inpatient PCT or maternal child health experience preferred
• Unique or Preferred Skills: Inpatient PCT or maternal child health experience preferred

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, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• 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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