Patient Care Technician: Vital Signs & ADLs Support

Northwesternmedicine; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Tech to support nursing teams in Illinois. Under RN supervision, you will perform basic patient care activities, monitor vitals, and assist with daily living tasks to ensure comfort and safety for patients.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and certification or current nursing student status with clinical experience, plus American Heart Association BLS. Join an organization dedicated to compassionate care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates compassion and patient-centered care.
• Communicates clearly with patients, families and staff.
• Able to solve basic patient care problems with sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic nursing care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs and glucose measurements.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating).
• Reports abnormal findings to nursing staff promptly.
• Keeps patient rooms clean and orderly; maintains patient safety.
• Prioritizes unit tasks and adapts to changing conditions on the floor.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNA/MA/EMT or nursing student (1 semester completed)

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Tech to support nursing teams in Illinois. Under RN supervision, you will perform basic patient care activities, monitor vitals, and assist with daily living tasks to ensure comfort and safety for patients.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and certification or current nursing student status with clinical experience, plus American Heart Association BLS. Join an organization dedicated to compassionate care and teamwork.