Patient Care Technician: Vital Signs & Daily Living

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

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Health Care Technician (HCT) under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to assist with personal care and hygiene for a defined patient group. The HCT facilitates unit communication with departments, visitors, patients and staff, and acts as a liaison on the unit.

Responsibilities include stocking supplies, data collection and accurate documentation, performing selected nursing skills, assisting with activities of daily living, preparing patients for transport, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CNA certification required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Previous CNA work within past 24 months preferred.
• Completion of Carle's HCT In Training Program or relevant medical training may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with unit supplies, stocking, cleaning instruments and equipment, and chart preparation.
• Collect data on assigned patients and document accurately.
• Demonstrate competency in vital signs, glucose monitoring, and intake/output measurements.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and prepare for transportation.
• Complete HCT Safety Checklist at shift start and maintain RN communication.
• Provide basic patient care such as baths, vital signs, accuchecks, and meal trays.
• Maintain patient safety and fall precautions, isolation precautions, and ambulation safety.
• Support high volume admissions and discharges for Observation patients.
• Respond promptly to patient call lights to assist triage and needs.

Skills

CNA

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

HS Diploma/GED

CNA Certification

BLS Certification

Nursing clinical experience

Carle HCT In Training Program

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Health Care Technician (HCT) under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to assist with personal care and hygiene for a defined patient group. The HCT facilitates unit communication with departments, visitors, patients and staff, and acts as a liaison on the unit.

Responsibilities include stocking supplies, data collection and accurate documentation, performing selected nursing skills, assisting with activities of daily living, preparing patients for transport, and