Patient Care Technician

11 hours ago


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

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join our Stem Cell Oncology Unit 16P team. This is a casual nights position, working 16 hours per week, with alternating weekends required.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist and support the Professional Registered Nurse in all aspects of direct and indirect patient care activities.
  • Function as a member of the unit staff under the direction and supervision of the professional Registered Nurse.
  • Perform normal newborn hearing screening, obtain capillary blood glucose for adults and/or neonates, and perform phlebotomy.
  • Collect and inventory patient belongings on admission, transfer, and discharge.
  • Complete charges using appropriate documentation.
  • Order supplies online or requisition and stock in the appropriate location.
  • Assure room readiness for incoming patients.
  • Check designated equipment for proper functioning.
  • Count instruments and sterile trays sent and received from SEP as appropriate for assigned unit.
  • Stock and remove linen from patient rooms.
  • Set up and break down delivery table.
  • Participate in staff meetings.
  • Demonstrate a cost-effective approach to patient care in terms of equipment, supplies, and other resource use.
  • Participate in quality improvement activities.
  • Participate in daily/weekly/monthly QC's.
  • Participate in orientation of new staff.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.
  • Use established communication channels to resolve work-related problems.
  • Understand and consistently demonstrate principles of 'Patient's First' philosophy.
  • Carry out assigned tasks and activities on a shift basis, as delegated by the RN.
  • Assume responsibility for meeting mandatory requirements.
Qualifications
  • CNA Certification or currently enrolled in SON who has successfully completed basic clinical rotations.
  • CPR recognition by the American Heart Association (BLS for Healthcare Providers).
  • Minimum of 90% correct on annual mandatory Health and Safety Training quizzes.
  • Unit-based recognition for Capillary Blood Glucose Monitoring.
  • High school diploma required. One year of college or nursing education or equivalent experience preferred.
  • Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred with a demonstrated ability to relate to patients, family, nursing, and medical staff.
  • Physical Demands Requirement: Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 50 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds.
About Northwestern Memorial Healthcare

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.

If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Memorial Healthcare. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.



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