Patient Care Technician: RN Support & Vital Signs

Carle Health; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health in Urbana, IL seeks a Health Care Technician to support licensed nursing staff and assist with personal care for patient groups. The role communicates with departments and serves as a liaison on the unit.

Under RN supervision, the HCT performs assessments like vital signs and glucose monitoring, assists with activities of daily living, and supports documentation and charting. Completion of Carle's HCT In Training Program is required.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days (AHA).
• HS Diploma or GED required.
• At least one nursing clinical experience; CNA within past 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities and hygiene.
• Collect data on patients and document accurately.
• Prepare patients for transportation and provide post-procedure vitals.
• Maintain unit supplies and cleanliness; restock as needed.

Skills

Vital signs

Glucose monitoring

Hygiene assistance

Communication

Education

HS Diploma/GED

CNA

Nursing clinical experience

Tools

Nurse equipment

Job description

Carle Health in Urbana, IL seeks a Health Care Technician to support licensed nursing staff and assist with personal care for patient groups. The role communicates with departments and serves as a liaison on the unit.

Under RN supervision, the HCT performs assessments like vital signs and glucose monitoring, assists with activities of daily living, and supports documentation and charting. Completion of Carle's HCT In Training Program is required.