Patient Care Technician - Endeavor Health - Evanston at Skills for Chicago

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