Patient Care Technician - Inpatient Headache Unit - Nights

Endeavor Health • Arlington Heights, IL

1d • $20 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician supports patients on the Inpatient Headache Unit in Arlington Heights, Illinois, under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. The role assists with personal care, mobility, safety, comfort, and basic clinical tasks, and documents care in the electronic medical record. The position is full-time at 36 hours per week, working 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. on the night shift, including every other weekend. No travel is required.

Requirements

• Knowledge normally obtained through completion of high school.
• Completion of an accredited CNA course and successful completion of the CNA certification exam, EMT or paramedic training, 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with bathing, grooming, oral care, eating, use of a bedpan or urinal, positioning, responding to 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.
• Obtain vital signs, monitor intake and output, perform accu-checks, and report abnormalities to the nurse.
• Perform directed procedures such as EKGs, perineal care, emptying Foley bags, applying restraints, and providing 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.
• Answer unit phones and direct calls to the appropriate parties.
• Perform Observation Assistant duties as needed.

Benefits

• Eligibility for the Annual Incentive Plan, which offers potential earnings based on organizational performance, for eligible positions.
• Premium pay for eligible employees.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED