Seeking a Surgical/Trauma ICU Patient Care Tech (PCT) to join our team and serve some of the highest acuity patients in Illinois. Our SICU PCTs work with cutting edge technology and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across the medical center and region. PCTs who embrace a passion for a dynamic and intense environment that requires quick thinking and possess excellent analytical and assessment skills will see themselves as part of this highly skilled and welcoming team that provides top quality care to our patients. Come and explore all that Loyola Medicine has to offer. We can't wait to meet you and hear how you might be a key contributor to this growing team. Check us out and explore the opportunities!
Position Responsibilities
Performs a variety of direct patient care procedures to assist the unit manager, professional staff and physicians in providing patient care focused on the needs of the patient.
Meets the comfort and hygiene needs of the patient by providing care services such as bathing, oral hygiene procedures, hair care, bed pan/urinal use, skin care and garment, linen and bedding changes. Distributes meals and beverages, takes vital signs, collects lab specimens.Assists with completion of patient testing and treatment procedures, 12-lead ECG, simple tracheostomy suctioning and care, changes dressings, obtains blood specimens utilizing appropriate skin puncture and venipuncture techniques, performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation, obtains wound and throat cultures.Assists physicians and professional staff in equipment supply and set up.Assists with ambulating patients with assistive devices such as crutches and with transfer/transport procedures.Performs required documentation and communicates in a competent and effective manner to meet patient and/or family needs and regulatory requirements. Maintains strict confidentiality of patient, employee and department information to ensure patient rights.Utilizes time and resources effectively to promote quality and cost outcomes.Position Requirements
Minimum Education:
Preferred: High School Diploma plus training acquired through work experience or educationSpecify Degree: Completion of a Nursing Assistant ProgramMinimum Experience:
Required: NonePreferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experienceLicensure/Certifications:
Required: Certified Nurse AssistantBLS (Basic Life Support)Salary Range: $16.70 - $25.53 per hour
Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.
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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.