Patient Care Technician - Cardiovascular Medical Surgical Care Unit- Nights

Endeavor Health•Glenview, IL

5d•$20 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT), under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practicing Nurse (LPN) and according to established procedures, performs patient care tasks and procedures that support patients’ care, comfort, and safety. The PCT demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the ages of patients served on the assigned unit. Employees are expected to abide by and promote Endeavor Health’s mission, vision, and values and deliver services with compassion. The role is based in the Cardiovascular Medical Surgical Care Unit at Glenbrook Hospital. It is part-time, with a night shift and rotating weekends, for 24 hours. No prior experience is required. Current BLS certification for the Healthcare Provider, issued by the American Heart Association, is required. Basic computer skills are required. Completion of an accredited CNA training course and at least one nursing clinical rotation in medical or surgical nursing are preferred. The work involves regular interaction with patients, visitors, and the healthcare team; manual dexterity; and the ability to assess patients and read or record charts. The position may involve exposure to blood, body fluids, chemicals, and other potentially hazardous conditions. Team members must be able to work under pressure to meet patient-care needs and use appropriate patient-movement equipment for non-emergency transfers. In urgent situations, assistance lifting up to 50 pounds may be needed. N95 masks/PAPR and other PPE may be required when applicable.

Requirements

Eligible to work in the United States.
Current BLS certification for the Healthcare Provider issued by the American Heart Association.
Basic computer skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including teamwork, prioritization, and the ability to receive and follow through on directions.
Concern for and commitment to the welfare of patients and families.
No experience required.
Ability to work under pressure to meet patient-care needs.
Ability to use appropriate patient-movement equipment for non-emergency patient lifting and transfers; in urgent events, may need to assist with lifting up to 50 pounds.
When applicable, ability to wear an N95 mask/PAPR and other PPE.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an accredited certified nursing assistant (CNA) training course.
Completion of at least one nursing clinical rotation in medical or surgical nursing.

Responsibilities

Interact with patients and visitors, answer call lights and phones, assist visitors, and conduct purposeful hourly rounding on assigned patients.
Assist with patient ambulation, transfers, lifting, and repositioning using safe patient-handling equipment and skills.
Provide basic care under RN/LPN supervision, including bathing, grooming, oral care, eating and feeding assistance, bedpan or urinal use, positioning, bed making, and responding to call lights; follow patient and staff safety procedures.
Assist with room setup and patient admissions, discharges, and transfers; orient patients and families to the room and hospital; escort or transport patients safely and keep them updated.
Complete and document care activities, including activities of daily living, vital signs, weights, intake and output, and calorie counts, according to policy and procedure.
Explain and perform procedures such as urinary catheter removal, ECGs, wound care, and dressing changes under the nurse’s direction; notify appropriate personnel about patient responses or questions.
Collect non-sterile specimens, including routine urinalysis and stool specimens, and perform point-of-care blood sugar testing under the nurse’s direction.
Promote and maintain skin integrity by reporting patient problems to the appropriate team member.
Remain with a patient as a care companion, sitter, or observer when requested by an RN or LPN to help keep the patient safe.
Support the nursing team with indirect care activities, including restocking and cleaning equipment and linens; answer and relay calls; maintain records; and retrieve or deliver supplies, specimens, instruments, and test results.
Attend in-depth orientation for patient-care skills and observe fire, safety, and patient-experience standards.

Benefits

Eligibility for the Annual Incentive Plan for eligible positions, with potential earnings based on organizational performance.
Premium pay, such as shift, on-call, and holiday pay, for eligible positions.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual performance-based increases.
Career pathways to promote professional growth and development.
Medical, dental, pet, and vision plan 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.