Patient Care Technician PRN

AdventHealth; Hinsdale (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is seeking PRN Nursing Support staff in Hinsdale, IL. The role involves performing treatments according to policy, assisting in patient care under the direction of a registered nurse, and ensuring a safe, clean environment for patients and staff.

Shifts are 6:45am–7:15pm with rotating weekends and holidays. Required Education includes a High School Diploma or Equivalent, and certifications such as BLS CPR and CNA or equivalent credentials.

Qualifications

• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Maintains clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Assists in delivery of patient care under RN direction.

Responsibilities

• Performs treatments according to policy and procedure.
• Follows isolation guidelines and uses PPE.
• Maintains a clean and safe patient care environment.
• Documents procedures as per department policy.
• Assists in obtaining nursing history and reports abnormalities.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

BLS CPR Certification

CNA / CPCT/A / NCPCT / PCT-C / EMT Certifications

Job description

Our promise to you: Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: PRN Shift: Day (United States of America) Address: 120 N OAK ST City: HINSDALE State: Illinois Postal Code: 60521

Job Description: Schedule: PRN/As needed shifts; 6:45am - 7:15pm, w/rotating weekends and holidays Performs treatments according to policy and procedure, providing patient care appropriate to age, mobility, acuity, and culture. Functions appropriately in clinical emergencies. Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports quality standards and initiatives. Follows prescribed isolation guidelines, demonstrates appropriate use of protective equipment, performs handwashing according to policy, and enforces safety regulations. Exhibits a desire to learn and upgrades skills continuously. Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members. Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients and staff. Assists in the delivery of patient care as a team member under the direction of a registered nurse. Documents and reports all procedures in accordance with department policy. Participates in obtaining a nursing history and reports abnormalities to the registered nurse. Assists in identifying patient needs Performs other duties as assigned.

Education: High School Grad or Equiv [Required] Work Experience: 1+ applicable PCT experience [Preferred] Previous bedside patient care in an acute care unit, unit secretary, monitor technician, or equivalent medical experience [Preferred] Licenses and Certifications: Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required] Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) [Required] OR NHA Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) [Required] OR NCCT Patient Care Technician (NCPCT) [Required] OR AMCA Patient Care Technician Certification (PCT-C) [Required] OR Emergency Medical Tech Cert (EMT) [Required] Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2 Pay Range: $17.33 - $27.73

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.