Telemetry Patient Care Technician - Day Shift

Northwestern Medicine; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Professional Development

Wellbeing Fund

Matching 401(k)

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life insurance

Annual salary increase and incentive

Paid time off and holiday pay

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in Illinois is seeking a Patient Care Technician‑Telemetry for full‑time day shifts. Under RN supervision, you will perform basic patient care activities, monitor vital signs, and assist with daily living tasks in a fast‑paced unit.

The role emphasizes flexibility, teamwork, and strong communication, with benefits including tuition reimbursement, loan repayment, professional development, and a comprehensive rewards program.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• CNA/CMA/EMT certification or nursing student with clinical completed is required.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic nursing care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs and recording intake and output.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and eating.
• Reports abnormal findings to nursing staff and keeps patient rooms clean and orderly.
• Demonstrates flexibility, organization, and ability to multi-task in a busy unit.
• Acts as liaison between patient care units and other departments.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, or nursing school students with one semester of clinical completed

Job description

Northwestern Medicine in Illinois is seeking a Patient Care Technician‑Telemetry for full‑time day shifts. Under RN supervision, you will perform basic patient care activities, monitor vital signs, and assist with daily living tasks in a fast‑paced unit.

The role emphasizes flexibility, teamwork, and strong communication, with benefits including tuition reimbursement, loan repayment, professional development, and a comprehensive rewards program.