Patient Care Technician – Vital Support for Nurses

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the float pool with day shifts. The role supports RNs in direct and indirect patient care, including vital signs, specimen collection, newborn care, and post‑operative tasks.

Earns $24.26 per hour with benefits and tuition assistance. Requirements include CNA or nursing student status with clinical rotations, CPR/BLS, a high school diploma, and related healthcare experience.

Qualifications

• CNA certification or nursing student with basic clinical rotations.
• CPR certification (BLS for Healthcare Providers).
• Annual Health and Safety Training with ≥90% score.
• High school diploma required; college coursework preferred.
• One year of college or nursing education or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with direct and indirect patient care on the unit.
• Take vitals, record intake/output, and assist with procedures.
• Support newborn care and post‑operative activities as directed.

Education

CNA Certification

CPR Certification

Health & Safety Training

High School Diploma

One Year College/Nursing Education

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the float pool with day shifts. The role supports RNs in direct and indirect patient care, including vital signs, specimen collection, newborn care, and post‑operative tasks.

Earns $24.26 per hour with benefits and tuition assistance. Requirements include CNA or nursing student status with clinical rotations, CPR/BLS, a high school diploma, and related healthcare experience.