Patient Care Technician - Northwestern Memorial HealthCare - Chicago

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Northwestern Memorial HealthCare

Life at Northwestern Medicine means being a part of their relentless quest to deliver world-class health care, facilitate groundbreaking research, and build healthier communities across Chicagoland and beyond. It means no matter where you work within the organization, you’re an integral part of the mission. Northwestern Medicine is committed to cultivating a workforce as diverse as the patients served. And they are committed to a better employee experience, with a culture, benefits, and programs that support your well-being, your personal and professional development, and your goals. Because what makes you better, makes their patients better.

Job Highlights

• Provide direct patient care by assisting with admissions, discharges, hygiene, feeding, mobility, vital signs, specimen collection, and newborn care, including hearing screenings and glucose checks  
• Support clinical procedures such as EKGs, fetal monitoring, phlebotomy, oxygen setup, and post-operative care, while adhering to safety and infection control protocols  
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient observations, intake/output, and care activities, promptly reporting any changes in condition to the RN  
• Contribute to a safe, clean, and efficient care environment by cleaning equipment, stocking supplies, maintaining patient rooms, and handling patient belongings  
• Participate in team-based care through staff meetings, training, quality improvement initiatives, and supporting a “Patients First” approach in all interactions  

Candidate Profile

• CNA Certification or current enrollment in school of nursing with completed basic clinical rotations is required  
• CPR/Basic Life Support certifications from the American Heart Association are required  
• Must score a 90% or higher on annual mandatory Health and Safety Training quizzes  
• Relevant soft skills include  flexibility, organization, multi-tasking, critical thinking, and level-headedness in stressful situations  

Additional Information

• Part-time: Two 12-hour shifts per week, with rotating weekends
• Full-time: Three 12-hour shifts per week, with rotating weekends
• Northwestern Memorial Healthcare offers comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment  

Location

Chicago

Benefits

Dental;Employee Assistance;Medical;Sick;Tuition Reimbursement;Vacation;Vision