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critical care transport nurse

MedEx Ambulance Service

<div><p><b>Transport Nurse</b></p>
<p>
Join Chicagoland&rsquo;s award-winning ambulance service and become a part of our EMS team. We utilized the newest equipment and latest technology, providing emergency and non-emergency care.</p>
<p>
THE MEDEX DIFFERENCE:</p>
<ul>
<li>We believe EMS professionals deserve to use the best equipment available.</li>
<li>Our box-style (Type III) ambulances utilize state-of-the-art technology, including the Stryker Power-LOAD system &amp; Zoll X-Series cardiac monitors.</li>
<li>MedEx was the first ambulance service in the country to use telemedicine as an ambulance provider</li>
<li>With a fleet of over 80 vehicles, MedEx utilizes ALS, BLS, &amp; Critical Care/RN ambulances, Paramedic Chase Cars, Supervisor Response Vehicles, and service cars.</li>
<li>MedEx services hundreds of outstanding healthcare facilities throughout the Chicagoland area, including Lurie Children&rsquo;s Hospital, University of Chicago Medicine, UI Health, and Swedish Hospital - a part of NorthShore University HealthSystem</li>
</ul>
<p>MEDEX OFFERS:</p>
<ul>
<li>Competitive wages and benefits;
<ul><li>Blue Cross &amp; Blue Shield Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance</li>
</ul></li><li>Pet Insurance</li>
<li>Disability and Life Insurance</li>
<li>Paid time off</li>
<li>Tuition Reimbursement</li>
<li>401K with match</li>
<li>Uniform Allowance</li>
<li>Flexible Scheduling</li>
<li>Educational Opportunities &amp; Sponsored Con-Ed</li>
<li>Membership in NAEMT</li>
<li>Supportive &amp; Respectful Environment</li>
</ul>
<p>NEW STATE OF THE ART EQUIPMENT:</p>
<ul>
<li>Stryker power stretchers and power load systems</li>
<li>Zoll X Series Cardiac Monitors</li>
<li>Cardiosave Hybrid Transport Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump</li>
<li>New LTV 1200 Transport Ventilators</li>
</ul>
<p>EDUCATION, LICENSURE &amp; CERTIFICATIONS:</p>
<ul>
<li>Successful Completion of accredited Nursing program</li>
<li>Unrestricted Illinois State Nursing License</li>
<li>Nationally Registered Paramedic (Preferred)
</li><li>Minimum 2 years experience in high volume Emergency Department, ICU&lt; or Critical Care Transport
</li><li>Highly desirable:</li>
<li>ACLS, PALS, PEPP, ITLS/PHTLS , TNCC or TNS</li>
<li>ECRN also preferred</li>
</ul>
<p>OTHER REQUIREMENTS:</p>
<ul>
<li>Must be able to perform all essential job functions.</li>
<li>Must complete a pre-employment screening</li>
<li>Must complete EMS System Entry</li>
</ul>
<p>LOCATIONS:</p>
<ul>
<li>Chicago, IL</li>
<li>Skokie, IL</li>
<li>New locations are coming soon!</li>
</ul>
<p>Can you help us grow? MedEx has delivered unrivaled emergency medical services for almost 25 years and is widely recognized as an industry leader! We&rsquo;re adding top-tier talent to our team of highly skilled and dedicated EMS professionals. Help us continue to provide world-class service for our patients, customers, and clients.</p></div>

Critical Care Transport Nurse

Advocate Health Care

<div>
 <em>
  <strong>
   This position is eligible for a $5000.00 sign on bonus &frac12; payable after 90 days of hire and remainder &frac12; payable after 1 year of employment (internals not included)
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </strong>
 </em>
 <strong>
  Major Responsibilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Patient-Centered Wholistic Care &ndash; The registered nurse is culturally sensitive and engaged with the beliefs and values of diverse populations. Nurses engage with inter-professional colleagues to deliver exemplary care. Lifelong relationships with patients and families develop to support achievement of health goals.
  </li>
  <li>
   Clinical Excellence: The registered nurse contributes to inter-professional excellence which is represented by achieved clinical outcomes. Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, and skilled dialogue, nurses lead efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience.
  </li>
  <li>
   Leadership &ndash;The registered nurse participates in leading healthcare transformation and the nursing profession with commitment, dedication, and expertise. Expressing vision, demonstrating accountability through shared governance, contributing to the profession, and coordinating inter-professional care are all characteristics of the registered nurse.
  </li>
  <li>
   Compassion &ndash; The Advocate Nurse demonstrates presence with patients and families, practices empathy, and supports spiritual needs and beliefs. The nurse demonstrates respect and dignity always, and their presence is essential during the most vulnerable times. Nurses promote relationship development with communities to create strong partnerships and to improve health outcomes of patients and communities served.
  </li>
  <li>
   Innovation - The registered nurse contributes to the future delivery of care to patients and to systems that support nursing. They embody the characteristics of inquiry, adaptability, change, and continual development, through performance improvement, evidence-based practice, and research initiatives.
  </li>
  <li>
   Professional Growth &ndash; The registered nurse is committed to lifelong learning, building knowledge and skill sets to keep pace with new delivery models and a changing healthcare environment. This promotes practice to the full scope of their nursing license.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Licensure
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Nurse, Registered (RN)
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Education/Experience Required
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
  </li>
  <li>
   See Education and Experience Addendum for site specific requirements
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Good communication skills
  </li>
  <li>
   Good computer skills
  </li>
  <li>
   Good time management and organizational skills
  </li>
  <li>
   Familiarity with patient care equipment
  </li>
  <li>
   Current Illinois RN license
  </li>
  <li>
   Current CPR
  </li>
  <li>
   Certifications/education required for the nursing specialty - See Certification Addendum
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Physical Requirements And Working Conditions
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Ability to work weekends, holidays, and different shifts to accommodate staffing
  </li>
  <li>
   Certain positions may need to take call
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to transport objects, patients, and equipment
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to respond quickly to patient needs and work at fast pace
  </li>
  <li>
   Work environment includes probability of exposure to adverse, hazardous, or unpleasant conditions while caring for the sick
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to assist in evacuation of patients in the event of a fire or other disaster
  </li>
  <li>
   Routinely works with potentially infectious specimens and patients
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to respond to patients in a timely manner and access all areas of the unit
  </li>
  <li>
   This requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 04/20/2014
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Education Addendum:
 </strong>
 ALL SITES
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
  </li>
  <li>
   BSN Preferred CERTIFICATION
  </li>
  <li>
   CPR-Healthcare Provider
  </li>
  <li>
   ACLS and/or PALS: - Immediate Care
  </li>
  <li>
   ACLS and PALS - Ambulatory Surgical Center: Within 1 year
  </li>
  <li>
   ACLS - Endoscopy: Within 1 year - Cardiology Stress Testing
  </li>
  <li>
   Oncology: Chemotherapy/Biotherapy: as required by the Site
  </li>
  <li>
   OCN preferred or obtained when OCN requirements met
  </li>
  <li>
   Registered Nurse: 2 years&rsquo; experience preferred
  </li>
  <li>
   Ambulatory Surgery Center: 1-year critical care or surgical experience
  </li>
  <li>
   Cardiology: 1 year experience in cardiology preferred
  </li>
  <li>
   Contact Center: 2 years' experience in acute or ambulatory care
  </li>
  <li>
   Endoscopy: 1 year experience telemetry or PACU preferred
  </li>
  <li>
   Immediate Care: 1 year experience in critical care or ED preferred
  </li>
  <li>
   Occupational Health: 1 to 2 years occupational health experience or new graduate with prior occupational health or related experience
  </li>
  <li>
   Oncology: 1 year experience in oncology preferred
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <em>
  This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
 </em>
</div>


Registered Nurse (RN) - Immediate Care

Sinai Chicago

<b>Job Description:</b><br>
The Clinical Nurse Coordinator role on the Inpatient Nursing Units is a critical position designed to assist
<br>the Nurse Manager/Director in providing administrative and critical leadership; presents self as a dedicated
<br>healthcare professional, patient advocate, mentor, clinical resource, and leader.
<br><br>
The Clinical Nurse
<br>Coordinator role is essential in improving the patient experience on the units as well as elevating quality of
<br>care delivery and patient safety. Under the direction of the Nurse Manager/Director, assists with orientation
<br>and training for new employees, ensures compliance with all regulatory agencies by enforcing policy and
<br>procedures, and improves patient throughput. In the absence or at the direction of the Nurse
<br>Manager/Director, the Clinical Nurse Coordinator will maintain the operational and clinical aspects of the
<br>unit. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to staff management and development, appropriate
<br>staffing, patient flow/throughput, quality, patient safety and patient experience. The Clinical Nurse
<br>Coordinator is expected to communicate and collaborate with patients, families, physicians and all other
<br>healthcare professional to meet optimum outcomes
<br><br>
<b>Location:</b> SHS · MSH MSH NR LDR
<br><b>Schedule:</b> Full Time, Nights, varies

CLINICAL NURSE COORDINATOR - L&D

Shirley Ryan Ability Lab

<div><div>Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions. By joining our team, you&rsquo;ll be part of our life-changing mission and vision. You&rsquo;ll contribute to an innovative, multifaceted culture that is second to none &mdash; one that embraces collaboration, excellence, discovery and compassion. You&rsquo;ll play a role in something that&rsquo;s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes &mdash; as we Advance Human Ability, together.</div><div></div><div>
Job Description Summary</div>
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;<br>
&lt;p&gt;The Patient Care Technician provides basic daily care to patients and support of significant others. Performs various service duties and routine technical tasks such as assisting patients with basic hygiene and daily living activities. Maintains patient care areas in a clean and orderly condition. Provides nursing care, which is appropriate for the age and development of the patient.&lt;/p&gt;<br>
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;<br>
&lt;p&gt;The Patient Care Technician consistently demonstrates support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Mission and Philosophy by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.&lt;/p&gt;<br>
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;<br>
&lt;p&gt;The Patient Care Technician demonstrates Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.&lt;/p&gt;<br>
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;<br>
&lt;h3&gt;Principal Responsibilities&lt;/h3&gt;<br>
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;<br>
&lt;h4&gt;The Patient Care Technician:&lt;/h4&gt;<br>
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;<br>
&lt;ol&gt;<br>
&lt;li&gt;Performs various activities in the treatment and care of patients, including routine hygiene care., ingestion of food and fluids, elimination of body wastes, mobilization, and dressing/undressing.&lt;/li&gt;<br>
&lt;li&gt;Performs and records routine technical tasks as authorized, such as collecting routine specimens, taking vital signs, collecting and recording intake and output and blood glucose, giving suppositories, performing intermittent catheterization, measuring bladder volume, hanging gastric feedings, and escorting patients.&lt;/li&gt;<br>
&lt;li&gt;Collects and reports pertinent physiological, psychological, and functional data based on patient plan of care or patient need.&lt;/li&gt;<br>
&lt;li&gt;Orients the patient and family to the environment, therapeutic activities, and potential safety hazards and prevention strategies as identified by the registered nurse.&lt;/li&gt;<br>
&lt;li&gt;Incorporates factors related to safety into delivery of patient care as directed by the registered nurse.&lt;/li&gt;<br>
&lt;li&gt;Implements interventions consistent with the plan of care as directed by a registered nurse.&lt;/li&gt;<br>
&lt;li&gt;Observes patients and reports reactions or changes in patient condition to registered nurse.&lt;/li&gt;<br>
&lt;li&gt;Assists in transferring patients and patient care equipment to other specified areas.&lt;/li&gt;<br>
&lt;li&gt;Documents functional care, procedures, and other quantitative values in nursing database.&lt;/li&gt;<br>
&lt;li&gt;Assists in monitoring supply needs to ensure adequate inventory at bedside.&lt;/li&gt;<br>
&lt;li&gt;Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.&lt;/li&gt;<br>
&lt;/ol&gt;<br>
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;<div></div><div>
Job Description</div>
The Patient Care Technician
Performs various activities in the treatment and care of patients, including routine hygiene care., ingestion of food and fluids, elimination of body wastes, mobilization, and dressing/undressing.
Performs and records routine technical tasks as authorized, such as collecting routine specimens, taking vital signs, collecting and recording intake and output and blood glucose, giving suppositories, performing intermittent catheterization, measuring bladder volume, hanging gastric feedings, and escorting patients.
Collects and reports pertinent physiological, psychological, and functional data based on patient plan of care or patient need.
Orients the patient and family to the environment, therapeutic activities, and potential safety hazards and prevention strategies as identified by the registered nurse.
Incorporates factors related to safety into delivery of patient care as directed by the registered nurse.
Implements interventions consistent with the plan of care as directed by a registered nurse.
Observes patients and reports reactions or changes in patient condition to registered nurse.
Assists in transferring patients and patient care equipment to other specified areas.
Documents functional care, procedures, and other quantitative values in nursing database.
Assists in monitoring supply needs to ensure adequate inventory at bedside.
Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of SRAlab.<br>
Reporting Relationships
Reports directly to the Nurse Manager or designee.
Reports indirectly to registered nurse involved with care of patients.
Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required
High school diploma or equivalent required.
CNA Certification or current enrollment in an accredited nursing program required.
Work requires successful completion of the Patient Care Technician orientation.
Demonstrates competency in applying the principles of the growth and development of infant, child, adolescent, young adult, middle-aged adult and geriatric patients.
Communicates effectively using timely verbal, non-verbal and written communication.
Proactively takes ownership for serving the customer, team, and organization for achieving goals and for resolving problems.
Willingly adapts to changing work demands and work environment.
Demonstrates critical thinking skills and makes sound judgments to monitor and respond to patient needs or changes in condition.
Anticipates assesses and addresses the needs of patients, internal and external customers to positively influence the patient/customer experience (directly or indirectly).
Ability to transfer and position patients, consistent with lifting up to 35 lbs.
Working Conditions
Normal patient care environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.
Exposure to moderately adverse working conditions in performing certain patient care activities.
Occasional exposure to infectious diseases when working with patients.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.<div></div><div><br>
Pay and Benefits*:</div><div></div><div><br>
Pay Range:</div>
$16.60 - $27.45<div></div><div><br>
Benefits:</div><div>
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations: <div>https://www.sralab.org/benefits</div></div><div></div><ul><li><br>
<i>Benefits and benefits&rsquo; eligibility can vary by position. Actual compensation will be determined by equity and qualifications of the role.</i></li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer</div><div></div><div><br>
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other characteristics protected by law.</div><div></div><div><div><br>
EEO is the Law</div> | <div>EEO is the Law - Know Your Rights</div> | <div>View our Full Policy</div></div><div></div><div><br>
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Affirmative Action Employer as required by law.</div></div>

Patient Care Technician - Pediatric Innovation Center (18th Floor), Full-Time, Nights

<div><p>Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions. By joining our team, you&rsquo;ll be part of our life-changing mission and vision. You&rsquo;ll contribute to an innovative, multifaceted culture that is second to none &mdash; one that embraces collaboration, excellence, discovery and compassion. You&rsquo;ll play a role in something that&rsquo;s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes &mdash; as we Advance Human Ability, together.</p><p></p><p><b>
Job Description Summary</b></p>
The Patient Care Technician provides basic daily care to patients and support of significant others. Performs various service duties and routine technical tasks such as assisting patients with basic hygiene and daily living activities. Maintains patient care areas in a clean and orderly condition. Provides nursing care, which is appropriate for the age and development of the patient.<br>
<br>
The Patient Care Technician consistently demonstrates support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Mission and Philosophy by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.<br>
<br>
The Patient Care Technician demonstrates Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.<p></p><p><b>
Job Description</b></p><p>
The Patient Care Technician:</p><ul><li><p>
Performs various activities in the treatment and care of patients, including routine hygiene care., ingestion of food and fluids, elimination of body wastes, mobilization, and dressing/undressing.</p></li><li><p>
Performs and records routine technical tasks as authorized, such as collecting routine specimens, taking vital signs, collecting and recording intake and output and blood glucose, giving suppositories, performing intermittent catheterization, measuring bladder volume, hanging gastric feedings, and escorting patients.</p></li><li><p>
Collects and reports pertinent physiological, psychological, and functional data based on patient plan of care or patient need.</p></li><li><p>
Orients the patient and family to the environment, therapeutic activities, and potential safety hazards and prevention strategies as identified by the registered nurse.</p></li><li><p>
Incorporates factors related to safety into delivery of patient care as directed by the registered nurse.</p></li><li><p>
Implements interventions consistent with the plan of care as directed by a registered nurse.</p></li><li><p>
Observes patients and reports reactions or changes in patient condition to registered nurse.</p></li><li><p>
Assists in transferring patients and patient care equipment to other specified areas.</p></li><li><p>
Documents functional care, procedures, and other quantitative values in nursing database.</p></li><li><p>
Assists in monitoring supply needs to ensure adequate inventory at bedside.</p></li><li><p>
Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of SRAlab.</p></li></ul><p><br>
Reporting Relationships</p><ul><li><p>
Reports directly to the Nurse Manager or designee.</p></li><li><p>
Reports indirectly to registered nurse involved with care of patients.</p></li></ul><p><br>
Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required</p><ul><li><p>
High school diploma or equivalent required.</p></li><li><p>
CNA Certification or current enrollment in an accredited nursing program required.</p></li><li><p>
Work requires successful completion of the Patient Care Technician orientation.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrates competency in applying the principles of the growth and development of infant, child, adolescent, young adult, middle-aged adult and geriatric patients.</p></li><li><p>
Communicates effectively using timely verbal, non-verbal and written communication.</p></li><li><p>
Proactively takes ownership for serving the customer, team, and organization for achieving goals and for resolving problems.</p></li><li><p>
Willingly adapts to changing work demands and work environment.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrates critical thinking skills and makes sound judgments to monitor and respond to patient needs or changes in condition.</p></li><li><p>
Anticipates assesses and addresses the needs of patients, internal and external customers to positively influence the patient/customer experience (directly or indirectly).</p></li><li><p>
Ability to transfer and position patients, consistent with lifting up to 35 lbs.</p></li></ul><p><br>
Working Conditions</p><ul><li><p>
Normal patient care environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.</p></li><li><p>
Exposure to moderately adverse working conditions in performing certain patient care activities.</p></li><li><p>
Occasional exposure to infectious diseases when working with patients.</p></li></ul><p><br>
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Pay and Benefits*:</b></p><p></p><p><b><br>
Pay Range:
</b></p>$16.60 - $27.45<p><b><br>
Benefits:</b></p><p>
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations: https://www.sralab.org/benefits</p><p></p><ul><li><br>
<i>Benefits and benefits&rsquo; eligibility can vary by position. Actual compensation will be determined by equity and qualifications of the role.</i></li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer</b></p><p></p><p><br>
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other characteristics protected by law.</p><p></p><p><br>
EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law - Know Your Rights | View our Full Policy</p><p></p><p><br>
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Affirmative Action Employer as required by law.</p></div>

Patient Care Technician - Brain Innovation Center (24th Floor), Full-Time, Nights

<div><div>Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions. By joining our team, you&rsquo;ll be part of our life-changing mission and vision. You&rsquo;ll contribute to an innovative, multifaceted culture that is second to none &mdash; one that embraces collaboration, excellence, discovery and compassion. You&rsquo;ll play a role in something that&rsquo;s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes &mdash; as we Advance Human Ability, together.</div><div></div><div>
Job Description Summary</div>
The Patient Care Technician provides basic daily care to patients and support of significant others. Performs various service duties and routine technical tasks such as assisting patients with basic hygiene and daily living activities. Maintains patient care areas in a clean and orderly condition. Provides nursing care, which is appropriate for the age and development of the patient.<br>
<br>
The Patient Care Technician consistently demonstrates support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Mission and Philosophy by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.<br>
<br>
The Patient Care Technician demonstrates Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.<div></div><div>
Job Description</div><div>
The Patient Care Technician:</div><ul><li><div>
Performs various activities in the treatment and care of patients, including routine hygiene care., ingestion of food and fluids, elimination of body wastes, mobilization, and dressing/undressing.</div></li><li><div>
Performs and records routine technical tasks as authorized, such as collecting routine specimens, taking vital signs, collecting and recording intake and output and blood glucose, giving suppositories, performing intermittent catheterization, measuring bladder volume, hanging gastric feedings, and escorting patients.</div></li><li><div>
Collects and reports pertinent physiological, psychological, and functional data based on patient plan of care or patient need.</div></li><li><div>
Orients the patient and family to the environment, therapeutic activities, and potential safety hazards and prevention strategies as identified by the registered nurse.</div></li><li><div>
Incorporates factors related to safety into delivery of patient care as directed by the registered nurse.</div></li><li><div>
Implements interventions consistent with the plan of care as directed by a registered nurse.</div></li><li><div>
Observes patients and reports reactions or changes in patient condition to registered nurse.</div></li><li><div>
Assists in transferring patients and patient care equipment to other specified areas.</div></li><li><div>
Documents functional care, procedures, and other quantitative values in nursing database.</div></li><li><div>
Assists in monitoring supply needs to ensure adequate inventory at bedside.</div></li><li><div>
Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of SRAlab.</div></li></ul><div><br>
Reporting Relationships</div><ul><li><div>
Reports directly to the Nurse Manager or designee.</div></li><li><div>
Reports indirectly to registered nurse involved with care of patients.</div></li></ul><div><br>
Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required</div><ul><li><div>
High school diploma or equivalent required.</div></li><li><div>
CNA Certification or current enrollment in an accredited nursing program required.</div></li><li><div>
Work requires successful completion of the Patient Care Technician orientation.</div></li><li><div>
Demonstrates competency in applying the principles of the growth and development of infant, child, adolescent, young adult, middle-aged adult and geriatric patients.</div></li><li><div>
Communicates effectively using timely verbal, non-verbal and written communication.</div></li><li><div>
Proactively takes ownership for serving the customer, team, and organization for achieving goals and for resolving problems.</div></li><li><div>
Willingly adapts to changing work demands and work environment.</div></li><li><div>
Demonstrates critical thinking skills and makes sound judgments to monitor and respond to patient needs or changes in condition.</div></li><li><div>
Anticipates assesses and addresses the needs of patients, internal and external customers to positively influence the patient/customer experience (directly or indirectly).</div></li><li><div>
Ability to transfer and position patients, consistent with lifting up to 35 lbs.</div></li></ul><div><br>
Working Conditions</div><ul><li><div>
Normal patient care environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.</div></li><li><div>
Exposure to moderately adverse working conditions in performing certain patient care activities.</div></li><li><div>
Occasional exposure to infectious diseases when working with patients.</div></li></ul><div><br>
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.</div><div></div><div><br>
Pay and Benefits*:</div><div></div><div><br>
Pay Range:</div>
$16.60 - $27.45<div></div><div><br>
Benefits:</div><div>
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations: <div>https://www.sralab.org/benefits</div></div><div></div><ul><li><br>
<i>Benefits and benefits&rsquo; eligibility can vary by position. Actual compensation will be determined by equity and qualifications of the role.</i></li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer</div><div></div><div><br>
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other characteristics protected by law.</div><div></div><div><div><br>
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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Affirmative Action Employer as required by law.</div></div>

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