Patient Care Technician-Neuro Med Surg HP3 Full Time Nights

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Neuro Med Surg unit on the night shift. In this role, you will provide basic patient care activities under the supervision of a registered nurse, supporting patients on a specialized neurological and medical-surgical unit.

Clinical Setting

You will work on a neuro medical-surgical unit, providing direct patient care and support to the nursing team in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic nursing care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output
• Assist patients with personal care and activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and eating
• Report abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff
• Keep patient rooms clean and orderly
• Demonstrate flexibility, organization, and multi-tasking abilities while functioning under stressful situations
• Use critical thinking skills to prioritize and complete unit work as patient and unit needs change
• Serve as a liaison between patient care units and other patient-related departments
• Answer telephone, intercom, and call lights in a polite manner using appropriate telephone etiquette
• Communicate information to appropriate staff, family, and patients
• Manage overall unit workflow in concert with the charge RN and/or assistant manager as needed
• Perform pre-census and validate daily admission, discharge, and census lists as needed

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or enrollment in nursing school with at least one semester of clinical completed
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Phlebotomy experience
• Graduation from an accredited Nursing Assistant program
• Graduation from an accredited Phlebotomy course

Schedule

This is a full-time position working 72 hours per pay period on the night shift from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., with alternating weekends and holidays.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members. If offered a position, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Benefits

Northwestern Medicine offers a wide range of benefits to support physical, emotional, and financial well-being, including tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, 401(k) matching, and lifecycle benefits.