Patient Care Technician

2 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Northwestern Memorial Healthcare Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Patient Care Technician to join our team at Northwestern Memorial Healthcare. As a Patient Care Technician, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and support to our patients and families.

Responsibilities:
  • Direct Patient Care: Assist and support the Professional Registered Nurse in all aspects of direct and indirect patient care activities.
  • Admission, Transfer, and Discharge: Assist with the admission, transfer, and discharge process, ensuring a smooth transition for patients and families.
  • Vital Signs and Monitoring: Take and record temperature, pulse, respirations, weight, height, and blood pressure for adults and neonates.
  • Medication Administration: Assist with medication administration, including capillary blood glucose monitoring and phlebotomy.
  • Wound Care and Dressing: Apply dressings to Stage I and Stage II skin breakdown, and assist with wound care and dressing changes.
  • Patient Safety and Comfort: Ensure patient safety and comfort by applying comfort and safety measures, such as side rails and call lights.
  • Communication and Documentation: Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members, and document patient information accurately and timely.
Indirect Patient Care:
  • Environmental Services: Maintain a safe and clean environment, including cleaning and disinfecting equipment and surfaces, and restocking supplies.
  • Supply Management: Order and stock supplies, and manage inventory to ensure adequate stock levels.
  • Equipment Maintenance: Check and maintain equipment, including cardiac monitors and oxygen therapy equipment.
  • Quality Improvement: Participate in quality improvement activities, including data collection and analysis, and implement changes to improve patient care and outcomes.
Qualifications:
  • Certification: Current CNA certification or enrollment in a nursing program with completion of basic clinical rotations.
  • CPR and BLS: Current CPR and BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Experience: Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred, with a demonstrated ability to relate to patients, families, and healthcare team members.

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.



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