Patient Care Technician - Per Diem Level 1 - 3ES Medical Surgical Unit - Nights-1
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician provides direct patient care on the 3ES General Medical Unit during night hours, under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. This Per Diem Level 1 position requires at least 48 work hours every six weeks, including 24 weekend hours if needed. The employee must attend orientation Monday through Thursday, approximately 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., during the week of starting. The role is based in Arlington Heights, Illinois, and does not require travel. The technician assists patients with personal care, mobility, safety, comfort, and basic clinical needs; reports abnormalities to nursing staff; documents care in the electronic medical record; and supports nursing and clerical staff with unit operations. The position may also include Observation Assistant duties as needed.
Requirements
- Knowledge normally obtained through completion of high school.
- Completion of an accredited CNA course and successful completion of the CNA certification exam, or completion of an EMT or paramedics training course, or current enrollment in an accredited nursing program with at least one major clinical medical or surgical rotation completed.
- Current CPR certification from the American Heart Association.
- Must be able to work at least 48 hours every six weeks; 24 of those hours must be on weekend time if needed.
- Must be able to attend orientation Monday through Thursday, approximately 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., during the week of starting.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with bathing, grooming, oral care, eating, bedpan or urinal use, positioning, call lights, and bed making under RN/LPN supervision.
- Assist patients with exercise and ambulation, use correct body mechanics during mobility assistance, and maintain patient safety and comfort under RN/LPN supervision.
- Obtain vital signs, check intake and output, and perform accu-checks; report abnormalities to the nurse.
- Perform procedures as directed by an RN/LPN, including EKGs, perineal care, emptying Foley bags, applying restraints, and backrubs.
- Collect specimens such as urine, feces, and sputum, and deliver them as necessary.
- Document basic patient care in the electronic medical record.
- Assist nursing and clerical staff with admitting, discharging, transferring, ambulating, transporting, and observing patients to ensure safety, as directed.
- Answer unit phones and direct calls to the appropriate parties.
- Perform Observation Assistant duties as needed.
Benefits
- Premium pay such as shift, on-call, and holiday pay, based on the employee’s job and eligibility.
- Incentive pay for select positions.
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
- Career pathways to promote professional growth and development.
- Medical, dental, pet, and vision options.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Free parking.
- Wellness Program Savings Plan.
- Health Savings Account options.
- Retirement options with company match.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Community involvement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
