Overview

Company
Skills for Chicago
Location
Evanston, IL, United States
Skills for Chicago

Healthcare & Caregiving • Evanston, IL, United States

Patient Care Technician - Endeavor Health - Evanston

Evanston, IL, United StatesPosted 18 hours ago
Healthcare & Caregiving

About the Role

Skills for Chicago


Is a Chicago-based nonprofit that removes barriers to employment by eliminating biases that disqualify candidates unnecessarily. Working with local and global companies, Skills brings opportunities to neighborhoods and municipalities throughout the Chicagoland area. To be eligible for Skills for Chicago services, candidates must reside in Illinois or Indiana, be authorized to work in the United States, and be either unemployed or underemployed.


Endeavor Health


Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare system formed by the unification of NorthShore University HealthSystem, Edward-Elmhurst Health, Swedish Hospital, and Northwest Community Healthcare. Serving more than 4.2 million residents across northeast Illinois, it delivers high-quality, community-connected care through over 300 ambulatory locations and eight Magnet-recognized hospitals, while supporting a workforce of 25,000+ team members with opportunities for growth and professional development.


Job Highlights


  • Provide care to patients on assigned unit under the direction of a Registered Nurse 
  • Perform tasks such as vital signs monitoring, 12-Lead EKGs, bladder ultrasounds, blood glucose checks, Foley catheter and IV adapter removal, specimen collection, and assisting with bathing, feeding, turning, and ambulating patients 
  • Assist with patient admissions, preparation for discharge, and implementing patient-specific care plans 
  • Maintain hourly rounding, assist with safety protocols, and provide emotional support to patients 
  • Ensure a safe environment for patients and deliver a positive, high-quality experience 


Candidate Profile


  • Current CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required 
  • Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training program or at least one nursing clinical rotation is preferred
  • 1+ year of relevant experience in a medical office is required
  • Must have basic computer proficiency for charting and patient documentation 
  • Relevant soft skills include interpersonal skills, prioritization, collaboration, and ability to follow directions 


Additional Information


  • Locations include Chicago (Northside), Evanston, Arlington Heights, Naperville, Skokie, and Elmhurst, IL
  • Overnight, weekend, and holiday shift differentials are available 
  • Full-time and part-time (16 & 24 hour) schedules


Location


Evanston


Benefits


Dental;Employee Assistance;Life Insurance;Long Term Disability;Medical;Paid Training/Personal Development;Parent Leave;Personal;Retirement/401K;Rx/Pharmacy Benefits;Short Term Disability;Sick;Transportation Reimbursement;Tuition Reimbursement;Vacation;Vision

What You'll Do

Provide care to patients on assigned unit under the direction of a Registered Nurse
Perform tasks such as vital signs monitoring, 12-Lead EKGs, bladder ultrasounds, blood glucose checks, Foley catheter and IV adapter removal, specimen collection, and assisting with bathing, feeding, turning, and ambulating patients
Assist with patient admissions, preparation for discharge, and implementing patient-specific care plans
Maintain hourly rounding, assist with safety protocols, and provide emotional support to patients
Ensure a safe environment for patients and deliver a positive, high-quality experience
Current CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required

Skills & Technologies

Healthcare & Caregiving