Role OverviewThe Patient Care Technician assists and supports the Professional Registered Nurse in all aspects of direct and indirect patient care activities. The role is part of the Northwestern Medicine team, which prioritizes patient-first care and provides competitive benefits.
What You Will Do
Responsibilities include assisting with admission, transfer, and discharge, taking and recording vital signs, performing phlebotomy, and providing morning and evening care to patients.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have a CNA certification, CPR recognition, and experience in a healthcare setting. The role offers opportunities for growth and development, with a focus on patient care and teamwork.
Requirements
- CNA Certification or currently enrolled in School of Nursing
- CPR recognition by the American Heart Association
- 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
Benefits
- tuition reimbursement
- loan forgiveness
- 401(k) matching
- lifecycle benefits
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