Patient Care Technician-Evanston Hospital Med/Surg-Day/Evening/Night

About the role

The Patient Care Tech position at Evanston Hospital offers a range of full-time and part-time opportunities, with hours ranging from 24 to 40 per week. The position is available in various departments including Cardiac/Stroke, Neurology/Urology, Oncology, Surgical Stepdown, Med/Surg/Overflow.

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of a RN to deliver patient care
• Absorb vital signs (including manual blood pressure)
• Perform 12-Lead EKGs, bladder ultrasounds, Foley catheter and IV adapter removal, sterile specimen collection, bathing, bed-making, ambulation, turning, hourly rounding, blood glucose monitoring, feeding, admitting patients to rooms, preparing for discharge, and other tasks as directed by the Registered Nurse
• Implement a patient-specific care plan
• Engage in other activities essential to the unit's function
• Contribute positively to safety outcomes and enhance patient experience

Requirements

• Eligible to work in the U.S. and have completed an accredited CNA training course, or completed at least one nursing clinical rotation in medical or surgical settings
• Current BLS certification for Healthcare Provider issued by the American Heart Association required
• One year of customer service experience preferred, and/or prior nursing assistant experience

Qualifications

• Education: Completion of an accredited CNA training course preferred, or completion of at least one nursing clinical rotation in medical or surgical settings
• Licenses/Certifications: Current BLS certification for Healthcare Provider issued by the American Heart Association required

Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently
• Attention to detail
• Basic computer literacy

Benefits

• Premium pay options including shift, on-call, holiday, and more based on an employee's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Annual increases based on performance
• Career pathways for professional growth and development
• Variety of medical, dental, pet, and vision benefits
• 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

Pay

The hourly pay range is $18.84 - $27.32, determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, 3:00 pm- 11:30 pm, 11:00 pm - 7:30 am, rotating weekends.

Endeavor Health

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality, community-connected care. With more than 25,000 team members and over 6,000 physicians, we serve an area of over 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our recognition as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence.

EEO Statement

Endeavor Health is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are also a federal contractor and adhere to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA).