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Patient Care Technician - Post Surgical Unit - Nights

Nevada System of Higher Education·Arlington Heights, Illinois

$19 - $27/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs
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Posted 4 days ago
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About the role

Provides essential personal care and mobility assistance to post-surgical patients under the supervision of nursing staff. Responsible for monitoring vital signs, performing basic clinical procedures like EKGs, and documenting care in electronic medical records.

Hourly Pay Range

  • $18.84 - $27.32 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
  • Position
  • Highlights:
  • Position: Patient Care Technician - Post Surgical Unit –
  • Nights
  • Location: Arlington Heights, IL Full time; 36 hours per week Must be able to attend a
  • Monday,
  • Tuesday,
  • Wednesday,
  • Thursday
  • Orientation from about 8:00am-4:30pm on the week of starting.

Hours

  • 7:00pm-7:30am,
  • Every other weekend required
  • Required
  • Travel:
  • No
  • What you will do: Assists patients with personal care needs including bathing, grooming, oral care, eating, use of bedpan or urinal, positioning, answering and responding to patient call lights, bed making, etc. under the supervision of a RN/LPN. Assists with exercising and ambulating patient; utilizes correct body mechanics while assisting with patient mobility; maintains physical safety and comfort of patient under supervision of a RN/LPN. Obtains patient vital signs, input and output checks, and accu-checks, and reports abnormalities to the nurse. As directed by RN/LPN performs procedures such as EKG’s, perineal care, emptying of foley bags, application of restraints, backrubs, etc. Collects specimens such as urine, feces, sputum, and delivers as necessary. Documents basic patient care into electronic medical record. Assists nursing and clerical staff with admitting, discharging, transferring, ambulating, transporting, and observing patients to ensure safety as directed. Adequately answers unit phones and can effectively direct phone calls to the appropriate parties. May perform duties of an Observation Assistant as needed.
  • What you will need: The level of knowledge normally obtained through the completion of high school Completion of an accredited CNA course and the successful completion of the CNA certification exam, EMT or paramedics training course, or current enrollment in an accredited nursing program with the completion of at least one major clinical medical or surgical rotation required Current CPR certification from the American
  • Heart
  • Association
  • Benefits (For full time or part time positions): Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions) Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options 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 Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org. When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”. Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.
  • EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma and either a CNA certification, EMT/Paramedic training, or current enrollment in a nursing program with clinical experience. A current American Heart Association CPR certification is mandatory.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Patient Care
  • CPR
  • Patient Safety
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Personal Care Assistance
  • Specimen Collection
  • Patient Ambulation
  • EKG Performance

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Pet Insurance
  • Savings Plan
  • Free Parking
  • Community Involvement Opportunities
  • Incentive Pay
  • On Call Pay
  • Retirement Options With Company Match
  • Shift Premium Pay
  • Annual Performance Increases

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$19 - $27/hr
Location
Arlington Heights, Illinois
Posted
Jul 23, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Nevada System of Higher Education

The Nevada System of Higher Education, comprised of two doctoral-granting universities, a state college, four comprehensive community colleges and one environmental research institute, serves the educational and job training needs of Nevada. NSHE provides educational...

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IndustryHigher Education
TypeEducational
Size201-500 employees
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Illinois post-surgical nights need certified support

Illinois hospitals commonly seek patient care technicians for post-surgical units, especially for night shifts that support ongoing patient monitoring and recovery. This role is competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma plus CNA, EMT/paramedic training, or nursing-program enrollment, along with current AHA CPR certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your certification status before applying.

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