Patient Care Technician - Northwestern Medicine - Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital - Lake Forest

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Northwestern Medicine - Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital

Life at Northwestern Medicine means being a part of their relentless quest to deliver world-class health care, facilitate groundbreaking research, and build healthier communities across Chicagoland and beyond. It means no matter where you work within the organization, you’re an integral part of the mission. Northwestern Medicine is committed to cultivating a workforce as diverse as the patients served. And they are committed to a better employee experience, with a culture, benefits, and programs that support your well-being, your personal and professional development, and your goals. Because what makes you better, makes their patients better.

Job Highlights

• Assist patients with personal hygiene and nutritional needs based on the care plan
• Perform hourly rounding in collaboration with the clinical RN
• Obtain and document patient care data as directed by the RN
• Support patient ambulation and positioning according to the care plan

Candidate Profile

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an accredited CNA program and active listing on the Illinois CNA Registry or nursing student with at least one completed clinical rotation (written verification required)
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association

Additional Information

Location

Lake Forest

Benefits

Dental;Employee Assistance;Life Insurance;Long Term Disability;Maternity Leave;Medical;Parent Leave;Personal;Retirement/401K;Short Term Disability;Sick;Tuition Reimbursement;Vacation;Vision