Weekend Telemetry Patient Care Tech — Night Shifts

Northwestern Medicine; DeKalb Township (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Technician for weekend telemetry, part-time nights. Under RN supervision, you will help with basic patient care, monitor vitals, and support daily activities in a fast-paced unit.

Responsibilities include reporting changes to staff, assisting with admissions and discharges, and maintaining clean rooms. CPR-BLS required; CNA/CMA preferred; lifting up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Nursing students who have completed one clinical rotation, or CNA, CMA, or EMT certification.
• CPR – Basic Life Support certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic nursing care activities as delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs and recording intake/output.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and eating.
• Reports abnormal findings or changes in condition to nursing staff.
• Keeps patient rooms clean and orderly.
• Demonstrates flexibility and the ability to multitask in stressful situations.
• Assists with prioritizing unit work and coordinating with staff.

Skills

Basic patient care

Vital signs monitoring

ADL assistance

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Nursing student with clinical rotation

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Technician for weekend telemetry, part-time nights. Under RN supervision, you will help with basic patient care, monitor vitals, and support daily activities in a fast-paced unit.

Responsibilities include reporting changes to staff, assisting with admissions and discharges, and maintaining clean rooms. CPR-BLS required; CNA/CMA preferred; lifting up to 50 pounds.