Stem Cell Oncology Patient Care Tech — Elevate Patient Care

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses in direct and indirect patient care across the unit. Responsibilities include admissions, vital signs, newborn care, and routine monitoring as part of a patient-first care team.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and efficiency, with requirements including CNA certification or nursing school enrollment and CPR recognition by the American Heart Association.

Qualifications

• CNA certification or enrolled in nursing school.
• CPR recognition by AHA (BLS for Healthcare Providers).
• High school diploma required; college or nursing education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct Patient Care: assist with admissions, transfers, discharges; monitor vitals; support RN with patient care.
• Indirect Patient Care: maintain safe, clean environment; manage supplies and equipment; document observations.
• Quality and safety: participate in mandatory trainings, safety protocols, and patient safety initiatives.

Education

CNA Certification

CPR certification

High school diploma

One year of college or nursing education

Associates or Bachelor's degree

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses in direct and indirect patient care across the unit. Responsibilities include admissions, vital signs, newborn care, and routine monitoring as part of a patient-first care team.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and efficiency, with requirements including CNA certification or nursing school enrollment and CPR recognition by the American Heart Association.