<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionCompany Description At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?Job Description 
Three East is a twenty-one-bed unit specializing in orthopedic / musculoskeletal rehabilitation. The program specializes in treating individuals with joint replacements, amputation, arthritis, disease that affect bones and muscles and orthopedic trauma, such as fracture, sports injury or other trauma. Our team is comprised of physicians, nurses, nursing assistants and therapists working together to provide exceptional care with a focus on patient and family education with the goal of discharging patients to the communities.
The Rehabilitation Nurse Technician (RNT)reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.&nbsp; The RNT has expertise related to the specific needs for patients in the rehabilitation environment which includes severe chronic conditions and complex disabilities. The RNT is a member of the interdisciplinary rehabilitation care team and supports interventions to help individuals and their families achieve independence, adjustments to the patients’ health and to look beyond the disability or condition. The RNT services adults and children
Under the direction/delegation and supervision of a professional registered nurse, the RNT assists the patient with activities of daily living, mobility skills, skin, bowel and bladder programs, and maintains a clean, safe environment for the patient.&nbsp; Additional technical skills, under the direction of the RN, de-escalation techniques and 12 lead EKG. The RNT role serves as an active participant in the unit quality projects which can include data collection as well as unit equipment inventory and maintenance.&nbsp; The RNT is responsible to precept new RNT employees.
Patient Care/Clinical Duties:
<ul>
<li>Collects and reports pertinent physiological, psychological, and functional data based on patient plan of care or patient need.</li>
<li>Assists and instructs patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living, including showering, promoting maximal independence and skill practice.</li>
<li>Performs preventive skin care program as directed by RN and report any changes in skin integrity immediately to the RN.</li>
<li>Assists patients with bladder and bowel training&nbsp; programs including post void residuals and spot bladder scans. Perform straight catheterization&nbsp; for select patient populations under direction of RN and provide care for indwelling and external catheters and ostomies.</li>
<li>Accurately obtains and documents patients' vital signs/pulse oximetry and communicates any reportable values, symptoms or signs of distress&nbsp; to the RN.</li>
<li>Assists patients with transfers and mobility activities utilizing appropriate techniques, precautions and assistive devices. Practice therapy transfers and ambulation with patients within safe patient handling guidelines as delegated by the RN.</li>
<li>Assists patient with application of assistive devices and prosthetics/orthoses according to individual patient plan of care.</li>
<li>Assists patients with completing menus. Passes patient meal trays and HS snacks, verifying any modified diet is as ordered. Accurately calculates and documents calorie count and carbohydrates, intake and output as ordered.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Assist patient with 1:1 feeds as ordered. For patients with dysphagia, cue patient to use ordered swallowing strategies, under the direction of the RN.</li>
<li>Answers and triages patient call lights and meets patient care needs with an appropriate sense of urgency.</li>
<li>Proactively set up patient room for therapy readiness.</li>
<li>Get weekly weights on all patients, and daily as ordered, using appropriate method for patients moblility, and escalating changes as needed. .</li>
<li>Collection of laboratory specimens as directed by RN.</li>
<li>Obtains &nbsp;blood glucose measurements and 12- lead EKG as ordered.</li>
<li>Transfers patient from wall to tank oxygen or tube feedings &nbsp;in preparation for patient attending therapy. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Provide supervision and activities, or restraint use, for patients with high risk for &nbsp;fall or injury.</li>
<li>Regular comfort and environmental safety &nbsp;rounding to proactively meet patient needs .:</li>
<li>Provide de-escalation techniques for agitated and aggressive patient behaviors.</li>
<li>Serve as a safety 1:1 for patients as needed.</li>
<li>Maintains and organizes unit equipment inventories.</li>
<li>Preceptor to new employees and partner with RNTcertified nursing students during clinical rotation.</li>
<li>Inclusive of all other duties as assigned by nurse manager, nurse supervisor, staff nurse and charge nurse.</li>
<li>Serves on Cardiac Arrest team performing high quality CPR.</li>
<li>Participate in bedside handoff.</li>
</ul>
Quality Improvement:
<ul>
<li>Participates in system and local quality improvement goals.</li>
<li>Collects data and audits for Joint Commission readiness and improvement projects.</li>
<li>Assists in the maintenance of unit readiness to meet regulatory standards.</li>
</ul>
Communication:
<ul>
<li>Maintains a therapeutic relationship to provide optimal customer-focused care.</li>
<li>Communicates effectively with patients at level appropriate to age and cognitive status, showing cultural sensitivity.</li>
<li>Interacts effectively with peers and other hospital staff to foster positive working relationships.</li>
<li>Effectively triages patient and the general concerns to RN.</li>
</ul>
Infection Control/Patient Safety:
<ul>
<li>Contributes to the safe, effective and professional delivery of patient care including use of safety/restrictive devices.</li>
<li>Follows Infection Control policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Maintains knowledge of Marianjoy’s policies concerning precautions, codes, conditions, warning and general safety procedures.</li>
</ul>
Adaptability and Flexibility:
<ul>
<li>Rotates to all units based on patient care needs.</li>
<li>Adjusts to changes in policy and procedure, unit and patient population.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications 
Required:
<ul>
<li>High School or equivalent (GED) High School degree, or G.E.D equivalent, is required.</li>
<li>Current Nursing Assistant certification (C.N.A.) is required or current enrollment in an RN Nursing Program, with the successful completion of two clinical rotations.</li>
<li>Maintains current CPR certification.</li>
<li>Basic math skills are required.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate with a wide variety of people and provide highest level of customer service.</li>
<li>Understanding and support of Northwestern Medicine’s Mission and Values.</li>
<li>Flexibility and ability to manage work in a changing environment.</li>
</ul>
Preferred:
<ul>
<li>2-5 years work experience is preferred in a rehabilitation hospital, acute care hospital or skilled nursing facility.</li>
</ul>
 Additional Information 
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.&nbsp; Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure 
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.&nbsp;
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our&nbsp;Benefits&nbsp;section to learn more.
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility:&nbsp;Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.&nbsp;

Rehab Nurse Tech Ortho Musculoskeletal Unit Part Time Days 8 Hour Shifts

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionCompany Description At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?Job Description 
The Perioperative Care Tech reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
A clinically competent Perioperative Care Technician who works under the supervision of the RN in delivering skilled and effective direct and indirect perioperative care and all related functions. Utilizes initiative, strives to maintain steady level of productivity. Assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment. Participates in the department’s continuous quality improvement and activities.
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Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers. Addresses questions and concerns promptly, or identifies appropriate person and resources to do so. Provides directions or help to patients and customers with finding their way.</li>
<li>Uses effective service recovery skills to solve problems or service breakdowns when they occur.</li>
<li>Uses organizational and unit/department resources efficiently.</li>
<li>Manages work schedule efficiently, completing tasks and assignments on time.</li>
<li>Contributes to opportunities and processes for continuous improvement.</li>
<li>Participates in efforts to reduce costs, streamline work processes, improve and grow services we provide.</li>
<li>Collaborates with the RN to assist in addressing patient safety and legal issues.</li>
<li>Clarifies with the RN any special procedures or observations necessary.</li>
<li>Communicates patients' progress toward desired outcomes and diagnostic results to RN as appropriate.</li>
<li>Reports consistently patient data in a concise and thorough manner.</li>
<li>Documents patient care activities and patient data accurately using appropriate documentation forms and or information systems.</li>
<li>Performs required clinical skills in a timely efficient manor per protocol, such as: vital sign measurement, aseptic technique, non-invasive specimen collection, hot and cold applications, simple respiratory therapy, post mortem care. Also includes: application of teds/pneumatic teds, clipping, preparation of IV's, restocking of unit, ambulation and toileting of patients, and maintaining a neat and orderly appearance of the unit.</li>
<li>Gathers data necessary for planning the care of patients to include intake, output, and vital signs.</li>
<li>Assists with admission, orientation of patient and family to room, discharge and transporting of patients.</li>
<li>Observes patients carefully for significant changes.</li>
<li>Assists in the delivery of direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and receives written and/or oral assignments and direction.</li>
<li>Maintains Education Record and participates in annual competencies.</li>
<li>Partners with manager to create a plan to provide employee with the necessary skills to deliver up-to-date patient care.</li>
<li>Provides Warm Open Welcome to all patients, visitors, and staff.</li>
<li>Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and other customers in a manner that shows genuine caring concern.</li>
<li>Assists with house-wide and department-wide Quality Improvement activities.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications 
Required:
<ul>
<li>High school graduate or equivalent.</li>
<li>Medical terminology, proficient in English, verbal and written communication skills.</li>
<li>CPR – Basic Life Support</li>
<li>Physical Demand Requirement:
<ul>
<li>Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 70 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
Preferred:
<ul>
<li>Proficient in phlebotomy/blood draws/EKG/glucoscans</li>
<li>Nursing Assistant Certification</li>
</ul>
 Additional Information 
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.&nbsp; Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure 
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.&nbsp;
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our&nbsp;Benefits&nbsp;section to learn more.
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility:&nbsp;Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.&nbsp;

Perioperative Care Tech CDH Advanced Endoscopy Clinic Part-time Days

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionCompany Description At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?Job Description 
The Patient Care Technician reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Memorial, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
The Patient Care Technician’s primary function is to assist and support the Professional Registered Nurse in all aspects of direct and indirect patient care activities.&nbsp; The Patient Care Technician functions as a member of the unit staff under the direction and supervision of the professional Registered Nurse.
Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Direct Patient Care Activities&nbsp; 
<ul>
<li>Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge process.</li>
<li>Takes and records temperature, pulse, respirations, weight for adults and/or neonates, height, and blood pressure.</li>
<li>Measures and records intake and output including output from drains.</li>
<li>Applies cardiac monitor/oximetry.</li>
<li>Obtains EKG.</li>
<li>Adheres to the infant security protocol (accurate assessment of band placement).</li>
<li>Performs normal newborn hearing screening.</li>
<li>Obtains capillary blood glucose for adults and/or neonates.</li>
<li>Performs phlebotomy.</li>
<li>Applies Fetal Monitor equipment on pregnant patients.</li>
<li>Discontinues heplocks and foley catheters.&nbsp; Administers enemas.</li>
<li>Collects specimens (urine, stool, blood and sputum) on adults and/or neonates.&nbsp; Makes rounds of patients and anticipates their needs and observes newborns in the nursery.</li>
<li>Responds to patient call lights in a timely manner, especially emergency lights.</li>
<li>Distributes fresh drinking water and nourishments to patients.&nbsp; Prepares patients for meals; assists or feeds patients as necessary. Feeds normal newborns as assigned.</li>
<li>Provides morning care, bed baths and evening care according to established Nursing Care Procedures. Provides peri-care to appropriate patients.</li>
<li>Provides newborn care to the infant including bath, dressing, obtaining foot prints, assistance with feeding (bottle and breast), glucose checks.</li>
<li>Makes occupied and unoccupied beds.</li>
<li>Ambulates patients and instructs on walker, cane and crutch walking as appropriate for assigned unit.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Assists with pre-and post-operative care; positions patients as ordered; applies special equipment for safety; lifts and turns patients with proper and safe body mechanics and available resources.</li>
<li>Applies comfort and safety measures (side rails and call lights).&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sets up oxygen and suction equipment and other respiratory equipment for adults and/or neonates.</li>
<li>Applies dressings to Stage I and Stage II skin breakdown.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Prepares patient room for MD or RN assessment, evaluation, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Assists with procedures in the normal newborn nursery as directed.</li>
<li>Transports patients, equipment and/or supplies during urgent and emergent situations and to front door on discharge.</li>
<li>Responds to emergency situations, secures assistance and initiates basic life support.</li>
<li>Reports observations and documents appropriately.&nbsp; Promptly notifies RN of any change in patient condition.</li>
<li>Performs post-mortem care and transports bodies to the morgue when necessary.</li>
<li>Assumes responsibility for the care of patient’s prosthetic devices, hearing aides, dentures, eye glasses, etc.</li>
<li>Follows established policies, procedures and standards of care in all areas of practice.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Indirect Patient Care
<ul>
<li>Maintains a safe and clean environment.&nbsp; Duties may include:&nbsp; maintaining temperature logs on, defrosting, and cleaning refrigerator, straightening linen, cleaning utility rooms, cleaning IV poles, cleaning scale, cleaning and returning equipment to SPD, replacing and disposing of soiled linen bags.</li>
<li>Performs duties delegated&nbsp; by the RN to facilitate patient care and the efficient operations of the assigned patient care unit.</li>
<li>Collects and inventories patient belongings on admission, transfer and discharge.</li>
<li>Completes charges using appropriate documentation.</li>
<li>Orders supplies on-line or appropriate requisitions and stocks in appropriate location.</li>
<li>Obtains necessary equipment and supplies to facilitate patient care.</li>
<li>Assures room readiness for incoming patients.</li>
<li>Checks designated equipment for proper functioning.</li>
<li>Counts instruments and sterile trays sent and received from SEP as appropriate for assigned unit.</li>
<li>Stocks and removes linen from patient rooms.</li>
<li>Sets up and breaks down delivery table.</li>
<li>Participates in staff meetings.</li>
<li>Demonstrates cost effective approach to patient care in terms of equipment, supplies and other resource use.</li>
<li>Participates in quality improvement activities.</li>
<li>Participates in daily/weekly/monthly QC’s.</li>
<li>Participates in orientation of new staff.</li>
<li>Performs related duties as assigned.</li>
<li>Uses established communication channels to resolve work related problems.</li>
<li>Understands and consistently demonstrates principles of “Patient’s First” philosophy.</li>
<li>Carries out assigned tasks and activities on a shift basis, as delegated by the RN.</li>
<li>Assumes responsibility for meeting mandatory requirements.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
Qualifications 
Required:
<ul>
<li>CNA Certification or currently enrolled in SON who has successfully completed basic clinical rotations.</li>
<li>CPR recognition by the American Heart Association (BLS for Healthcare Providers).</li>
<li>Minimum of 90% correct on annual mandatory Health and Safety Training quizzes.</li>
<li>Unit based recognition for Capillary Blood Glucose Monitoring.</li>
<li>High school diploma required.&nbsp; One year of college or nursing education or equivalent experience preferred.</li>
<li>Previous experience in a health care setting preferred with a demonstrated ability to relate to patients, family, nursing and medical staff.</li>
<li>Physical Demands Requirement:
<ul>
<li>Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 50 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
Preferred:
<ul>
<li>Associates or Bachelor’s degree.</li>
</ul>
 Additional Information 
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.&nbsp; Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure 
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.&nbsp;
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our&nbsp;Benefits&nbsp;section to learn more.
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility:&nbsp;Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.&nbsp;

Patient Care Tech-General Medicine 13E Full-time Nights

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionCompany Description At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?Job Description 
12-hour shifts
0.6fte
The Rehabilitation Nurse Technician (RNT)reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.&nbsp; The RNT has expertise related to the specific needs for patients in the rehabilitation environment which includes severe chronic conditions and complex disabilities. The RNT is a member of the interdisciplinary rehabilitation care team and supports interventions to help individuals and their families achieve independence, adjustments to the patients’ health and to look beyond the disability or condition. The RNT services adults and children
Under the direction/delegation and supervision of a professional registered nurse, the RNT assists the patient with activities of daily living, mobility skills, skin, bowel and bladder programs, and maintains a clean, safe environment for the patient.&nbsp; Additional technical skills, under the direction of the RN, de-escalation techniques and 12 lead EKG. The RNT role serves as an active participant in the unit quality projects which can include data collection as well as unit equipment inventory and maintenance.&nbsp; The RNT is responsible to precept new RNT employees. roles.
Description:
Patient Care/Clinical Duties:
<ul>
<li>Collects and reports pertinent physiological, psychological, and functional data based on patient plan of care or patient need.</li>
<li>Assists and instructs patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living, including showering, promoting maximal independence and skill practice.</li>
<li>Performs preventive skin care program as directed by RN and report any changes in skin integrity immediately to the RN.</li>
<li>Assists patients with bladder and bowel training&nbsp; programs including post void residuals and spot bladder scans. Perform straight catheterization&nbsp; for select patient populations under direction of RN and provide care for indwelling and external catheters and ostomies.</li>
<li>Accurately obtains and documents patients' vital signs/pulse oximetry and communicates any reportable values, symptoms or signs of distress&nbsp; to the RN.</li>
<li>Assists patients with transfers and mobility activities utilizing appropriate techniques, precautions and assistive devices. Practice therapy transfers and ambulation with patients within safe patient handling guidelines as delegated by the RN.</li>
<li>Assists patient with application of assistive devices and prosthetics/orthoses according to individual patient plan of care.</li>
<li>Assists patients with completing menus. Passes patient meal trays and HS snacks, verifying any modified diet is as ordered. Accurately calculates and documents calorie count and carbohydrates, intake and output as ordered.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Assist patient with 1:1 feeds as ordered. For patients with dysphagia, cue patient to use ordered swallowing strategies, under the direction of the RN.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications 
Required:
<ul>
<li>High School or equivalent (GED) High School degree, or G.E.D equivalent, is required.</li>
<li>Current Nursing Assistant certification (C.N.A.) is required or current enrollment in an RN Nursing Program, with the successful completion of two clinical rotations.</li>
<li>Maintains current CPR certification.</li>
<li>Basic math skills are required.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate with a wide variety of people and provide highest level of customer service.</li>
<li>Understanding and support of Northwestern Medicine’s Mission and Values.</li>
<li>Flexibility and ability to manage work in a changing environment.</li>
</ul>
Preferred:
<ul>
<li>2-5 years work experience is preferred in a rehabilitation hospital, acute care hospital or skilled nursing facility.</li>
</ul>
 Additional Information 
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.&nbsp; Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure 
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.&nbsp;
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our&nbsp;Benefits&nbsp;section to learn more.
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility:&nbsp;Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.&nbsp;

Rehab Nurse Tech Stroke Unit Part Time 12 Hour Days

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionCompany Description 
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
Job Description 
8-hour shifts
0.6fte
$1,500 Sign on Bonus (internal transfers and rehires of less than a year are ineligible)
The Rehab Nurse Tech-MJ (RNT) reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.&nbsp;
The IP Rehabilitation RNT has expertise related to the specific needs for patients in the rehabilitation environment which include chronic conditions and disabilities. The Patient Care Technician-MJ is a member of the interdisciplinary rehabilitation care team.
Under the direction/delegation and supervision of a professional registered nurse, the Patient Care Tech-MJ assists the patient with activities of daily living, mobility skills, skin, bowel and bladder programs, and maintains a clean, safe environment for the patient.&nbsp; Additional technical skills, under the direction of the RN, de-escalation techniques and 12 lead EKG. The Patient Care Tech-MJ role serves as an active participant in the unit quality projects which can include data collection as well as unit equipment inventory and maintenance.&nbsp; The Patient Care Tech-MJ is responsible to orient and precept PCT roles.
Responsibilities:
Patient Care/Clinical Practice:
<ul>
<li>Answers and triages patient call lights and meets patient care needs with an appropriate sense of urgency.</li>
<li>Assists patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living promoting maximal independence.</li>
<li>Assists patient with application of assistive devices and prosthetics/orthoses according to individual patient program.</li>
<li>Performs preventive skin care program as directed by RN and report any changes in skin integrity immediately to the nurse.</li>
<li>Accurately calculates and documents calorie count, intake and output and patients' weights.</li>
<li>Assists patients with transfers and mobility activities utilizing appropriate techniques, precautions and assistive devices.</li>
<li>Assists patients with bladder and bowel elimination programs including collection of laboratory specimens. Straight catheterization for select patient populations under direction of RN.</li>
<li>Accurately obtains and documents patients' vital signs and communicates any concerns to the registered nurse.</li>
<li>Measures and documents blood glucose measurements.</li>
<li>12-lead EKG as ordered</li>
<li>Assists patients with completing menus daily within established timeframes.</li>
<li>Passes patient meal trays and HS snacks under the direction of the nurse.</li>
<li>Provide supervision and activities for patients with high risk to fall.</li>
<li>Patient rounding: Circulate on the nursing units to monitor patients.</li>
<li>Provide de-escalation techniques for agitated and aggressive patient behaviors</li>
<li>Engage patient in activities as appropriate.</li>
<li>Patient mobility champion on the unit.</li>
<li>Maintains and organizes unit equipment inventories.</li>
<li>Preceptor to new employees.</li>
<li>Inclusive of all other duties as assigned by nurse manager, nurse supervisor, staff nurse and charge nurse.</li>
</ul>
Quality Improvement:
<ul>
<li>Participates in system and local quality improvement goals.</li>
<li>Collects data and audits for Joint Commission readiness and improvement projects.</li>
<li>Assists in the maintenance of unit readiness to meet regulatory standards.</li>
</ul>
Communication:
<ul>
<li>Maintains a therapeutic relationship to provide optimal customer-focused care.</li>
<li>Communicates effectively with patients at level appropriate to age and cognitive status, showing cultural sensitivity.</li>
<li>Interacts effectively with peers and other hospital staff to foster positive working relationships.</li>
<li>Effectively triages patient and the general concerns to RN.</li>
</ul>
Infection Control/Patient Safety:
<ul>
<li>Contributes to the safe, effective and professional delivery of patient care including use of safety/restrictive devices.</li>
<li>Follows Infection Control policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Maintains knowledge of Marianjoy’s policies concerning precautions, codes, conditions, warning and general safety procedures.</li>
</ul>
Adaptability and Flexibility:
<ul>
<li>Rotates to all units based on patient care needs.</li>
<li>Adjusts to changes in policy and procedure, unit and patient population.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications 
Required:
<ul>
<li>High school or equivalent (GED)</li>
<li>Current Nursing Assistant certification (C.N.A.) or current enrollment in an RN Nursing Program, with the successful completion of two clinical rotations</li>
<li>Maintains current CPR certification</li>
<li>Basic math skills</li>
<li>Ability to communicate with a wide variety of people and provide highest level of customer service</li>
<li>Understanding and support of Northwestern Medicine’s Mission and Values</li>
<li>Flexibility and ability to manage work in a changing environment</li>
<li>12 lead EKG competency completed within 6 months of employment</li>
</ul>
Preferred:
<ul>
<li>2-5 years of work experience is preferred in a rehabilitation hospital, acute care hospital or skilled nursing facility.</li>
</ul>
 Additional Information 
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.&nbsp; Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure 
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.&nbsp;
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our&nbsp;Benefits&nbsp;section to learn more.
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility:&nbsp;Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.&nbsp;

Rehab Nurse Tech Neuromuscular Part Time Evenings 8 Hour Shifts Sign on Bonus Offered

Patient Care Tech-Cardiac Pulmonary Medicine 11W Full-time Days

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionCompany Description At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?Job Description 
8-hour shifts
0.9fte
Two West is a twenty-eight-bed unit specializing in the rehabilitation of neuromuscular conditions as well as a wide variety of high acuity patients including, but not limited to transplant, LVAD, wound/burn care and oncology patients. Our rehabilitation team is comprised of physicians, resident physicians, nurses, therapists and nursing assistants working together to provide exceptional care for this acute population of adults eighteen and older. The variety of patients on the unit provides the opportunity for nurses to advance their skills and offers a fast-paced, team-oriented experience similar to that of a Medical Surgical Unit in a Rehabilitation Hospital setting.
The Rehab Nurse Tech-MJ (RNT) reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.&nbsp;
The IP Rehabilitation RNT has expertise related to the specific needs for patients in the rehabilitation environment which include chronic conditions and disabilities. The Patient Care Technician-MJ is a member of the interdisciplinary rehabilitation care team.
Under the direction/delegation and supervision of a professional registered nurse, the Patient Care Tech-MJ assists the patient with activities of daily living, mobility skills, skin, bowel and bladder programs, and maintains a clean, safe environment for the patient.&nbsp; Additional technical skills, under the direction of the RN, de-escalation techniques and 12 lead EKG. The Patient Care Tech-MJ role serves as an active participant in the unit quality projects which can include data collection as well as unit equipment inventory and maintenance.&nbsp; The Patient Care Tech-MJ is responsible to orient and precept PCT roles.
Responsibilities:
Patient Care/Clinical Practice:
<ul>
<li>Answers and triages patient call lights and meets patient care needs with an appropriate sense of urgency.</li>
<li>Assists patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living promoting maximal independence.</li>
<li>Assists patient with application of assistive devices and prosthetics/orthoses according to individual patient program.</li>
<li>Performs preventive skin care program as directed by RN and report any changes in skin integrity immediately to the nurse.</li>
<li>Accurately calculates and documents calorie count, intake and output and patients' weights.</li>
<li>Assists patients with transfers and mobility activities utilizing appropriate techniques, precautions and assistive devices.</li>
<li>Assists patients with bladder and bowel elimination programs including collection of laboratory specimens. Straight catheterization for select patient populations under direction of RN.</li>
<li>Accurately obtains and documents patients' vital signs and communicates any concerns to the registered nurse.</li>
<li>Measures and documents blood glucose measurements.</li>
<li>12-lead EKG as ordered</li>
<li>Assists patients with completing menus daily within established timeframes.</li>
<li>Passes patient meal trays and HS snacks under the direction of the nurse.</li>
<li>Provide supervision and activities for patients with high risk to fall.</li>
<li>Patient rounding: Circulate on the nursing units to monitor patients.</li>
<li>Provide de-escalation techniques for agitated and aggressive patient behaviors</li>
<li>Engage patient in activities as appropriate.</li>
<li>Patient mobility champion on the unit.</li>
<li>Maintains and organizes unit equipment inventories.</li>
<li>Preceptor to new employees.</li>
<li>Inclusive of all other duties as assigned by nurse manager, nurse supervisor, staff nurse and charge nurse.</li>
</ul>
Quality Improvement:
<ul>
<li>Participates in system and local quality improvement goals.</li>
<li>Collects data and audits for Joint Commission readiness and improvement projects.</li>
<li>Assists in the maintenance of unit readiness to meet regulatory standards.</li>
</ul>
Communication:
<ul>
<li>Maintains a therapeutic relationship to provide optimal customer-focused care.</li>
<li>Communicates effectively with patients at level appropriate to age and cognitive status, showing cultural sensitivity.</li>
<li>Interacts effectively with peers and other hospital staff to foster positive working relationships.</li>
<li>Effectively triages patient and the general concerns to RN.</li>
</ul>
Infection Control/Patient Safety:
<ul>
<li>Contributes to the safe, effective and professional delivery of patient care including use of safety/restrictive devices.</li>
<li>Follows Infection Control policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Maintains knowledge of Marianjoy’s policies concerning precautions, codes, conditions, warning and general safety procedures.</li>
</ul>
Adaptability and Flexibility:
<ul>
<li>Rotates to all units based on patient care needs.</li>
<li>Adjusts to changes in policy and procedure, unit and patient population.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications 
Required:
<ul>
<li>High school or equivalent (GED)</li>
<li>Current Nursing Assistant certification (C.N.A.) or current enrollment in an RN Nursing Program, with the successful completion of two clinical rotations</li>
<li>Maintains current CPR certification</li>
<li>Basic math skills</li>
<li>Ability to communicate with a wide variety of people and provide highest level of customer service</li>
<li>Understanding and support of Northwestern Medicine’s Mission and Values</li>
<li>Flexibility and ability to manage work in a changing environment</li>
<li>12 lead EKG competency completed within 6 months of employment</li>
</ul>
Preferred:
<ul>
<li>2-5 years of work experience is preferred in a rehabilitation hospital, acute care hospital or skilled nursing facility.</li>
</ul>
 Additional Information 
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.&nbsp; Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure 
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.&nbsp;
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our&nbsp;Benefits&nbsp;section to learn more.
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility:&nbsp;Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.&nbsp;

Rehab Nurse Tech Neuromuscular Full Time Days 8 Hour Shifts

Patient Care Tech-Pulmonary 11E Casual Nights

Patient Care Tech-Pulmonary 11E Part-time Nights

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionCompany Description At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?Job Description 
0.6FTE
8-Hour shifts
The Rehabilitation Nurse Technician (RNT)reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.&nbsp; The RNT has expertise related to the specific needs for patients in the rehabilitation environment which includes severe chronic conditions and complex disabilities. The RNT is a member of the interdisciplinary rehabilitation care team and supports interventions to help individuals and their families achieve independence, adjustments to the patients’ health and to look beyond the disability or condition. The RNT services adults and children
Under the direction/delegation and supervision of a professional registered nurse, the RNT assists the patient with activities of daily living, mobility skills, skin, bowel and bladder programs, and maintains a clean, safe environment for the patient.&nbsp; Additional technical skills, under the direction of the RN, de-escalation techniques and 12 lead EKG. The RNT role serves as an active participant in the unit quality projects which can include data collection as well as unit equipment inventory and maintenance.&nbsp; The RNT is responsible to precept new RNT employees. roles.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Care/Clinical Duties
<ul>
<li>Collects and reports pertinent physiological, psychological, and functional data based on patient plan of care or patient need.</li>
<li>Assists and instructs patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living, including showering, promoting maximal independence and skill practice.</li>
<li>Performs preventive skin care program as directed by RN and report any changes in skin integrity immediately to the RN.</li>
<li>Assists patients with bladder and bowel training&nbsp; programs including post void residuals and spot bladder scans. Perform straight catheterization&nbsp; for select patient populations under direction of RN and provide care for indwelling and external catheters and ostomies.</li>
<li>Accurately obtains and documents patients' vital signs/pulse oximetry and communicates any reportable values, symptoms or signs of distress&nbsp; to the RN.</li>
<li>Assists patients with transfers and mobility activities utilizing appropriate techniques, precautions and assistive devices. Practice therapy transfers and ambulation with patients within safe patient handling guidelines as delegated by the RN.</li>
<li>Assists patient with application of assistive devices and prosthetics/orthoses according to individual patient plan of care.</li>
<li>Assists patients with completing menus. Passes patient meal trays and HS snacks, verifying any modified diet is as ordered. Accurately calculates and documents calorie count and carbohydrates, intake and output as ordered.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Assist patient with 1:1 feeds as ordered. For patients with dysphagia, cue patient to use ordered swallowing strategies, under the direction of the RN.</li>
<li>Answers and triages patient call lights and meets patient care needs with an appropriate sense of urgency.</li>
<li>Proactively set up patient room for therapy readiness.</li>
<li>Get weekly weights on all patients, and daily as ordered, using appropriate method for patients moblility, and escalating changes as needed. .</li>
<li>Collection of laboratory specimens as directed by RN.</li>
<li>Obtains &nbsp;blood glucose measurements and 12- lead EKG as ordered.</li>
<li>Transfers patient from wall to tank oxygen or tube feedings &nbsp;in preparation for patient attending therapy. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Provide supervision and activities, or restraint use, for patients with high risk for &nbsp;fall or injury.</li>
<li>Regular comfort and environmental safety &nbsp;rounding to proactively meet patient needs .:</li>
<li>Provide de-escalation techniques for agitated and aggressive patient behaviors.</li>
<li>Serve as a safety 1:1 for patients as needed.</li>
<li>Maintains and organizes unit equipment inventories.</li>
<li>Preceptor to new employees and partner with RNTcertified nursing students during clinical rotation.</li>
<li>Inclusive of all other duties as assigned by nurse manager, nurse supervisor, staff nurse and charge nurse.</li>
<li>Serves on Cardiac Arrest team performing high quality CPR.</li>
<li>Participate in bedside handoff.</li>
</ul>
Quality Improvement:
<ul>
<li>Participates in system and local quality improvement goals.</li>
<li>Collects data and audits for Joint Commission readiness and improvement projects.</li>
<li>Assists in the maintenance of unit readiness to meet regulatory standards.</li>
</ul>
Communication:
<ul>
<li>Maintains a therapeutic relationship to provide optimal customer-focused care.</li>
<li>Communicates effectively with patients at level appropriate to age and cognitive status, showing cultural sensitivity.</li>
<li>Interacts effectively with peers and other hospital staff to foster positive working relationships.</li>
<li>Effectively triages patient and the general concerns to RN.</li>
</ul>
Infection Control/Patient Safety:
<ul>
<li>Contributes to the safe, effective and professional delivery of patient care including use of safety/restrictive devices.</li>
<li>Follows Infection Control policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Maintains knowledge of Marianjoy’s policies concerning precautions, codes, conditions, warning and general safety procedures.</li>
</ul>
Adaptability and Flexibility:
<ul>
<li>Rotates to all units based on patient care needs.</li>
<li>Adjusts to changes in policy and procedure, unit and patient population.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications 
Required:
<ul>
<li>High School or equivalent (GED) High School degree, or GED equivalent, is required.</li>
<li>Current Nursing Assistant certification (C.N.A.) is required or current enrollment in an RN Nursing Program, with the successful completion of two clinical rotations.</li>
<li>Maintains current CPR certification.</li>
<li>Basic math skills are required.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate with a wide variety of people and provide highest level of customer service.</li>
<li>Understanding and support of Northwestern Medicine’s Mission and Values.</li>
<li>Flexibility and ability to manage work in a changing environment.</li>
</ul>
Preferred:
<ul>
<li>2-5 years work experience is preferred in a rehabilitation hospital, acute care hospital or skilled nursing facility.</li>
</ul>
 Additional Information 
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.&nbsp; Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure 
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.&nbsp;
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our&nbsp;Benefits&nbsp;section to learn more.
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility:&nbsp;Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.&nbsp;

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