About this role
Min
USD $16.77/Hr.Max
USD $25.99/Hr.Overview
- Part time
- Night shift, 6:45pm - 7:15am
- Every third weekend
Support cardiac patients through essential, hands-on care. As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) on the 6B Cardiac unit at Springfield Memorial Hospital, you’ll work closely with nurses and care providers to support patients recovering from cardiac events, surgeries and conditions. Your role is vital in helping patients feel safe, comfortable and cared for throughout their hospital stay.
Qualifications
Who We’re Looking For:
A reliable and compassionate caregiver who is detail-oriented, responsive and committed to delivering excellent care in a specialized cardiac setting.
Education, Licensures & Certifications:
- One of the following is required:
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
- Enrollment in nursing school with one (1) semester of clinicals completed
- Two (2) years of relevant experience in a nursing assistant role
- CPR certification required or obtained during onboarding
Experience:
- Experience in cardiac care or acute care preferred
- Strong observational skills and ability to respond quickly to changes in patient condition
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct care aligned with patient safety and comfort standards
- Assist with ambulation, nutrition, hygiene and toileting support
- Document interventions, observations and patient responses accurately
- Prepare patients for cardiac monitoring and procedures as directed
- Maintain a clean and organized care environment in collaboration with the team
What You’ll Do:
- Assist patients with hygiene, mobility, feeding and toileting needs with care and dignity
- Monitor and document vital signs, blood glucose levels, intake/output and patient observations
- Support cardiac care protocols by preparing patients for tests, procedures and treatments
- Respond promptly to patient call lights, ensuring comfort and safety
- Collaborate with nurses and providers to maintain a clean, organized and efficient unit
Why Join Us?
At Memorial Health, we invest in your professional development, well-being and career growth with:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Flexible spending accounts
- Continuing education opportunities
- Life insurance and voluntary benefits
- Mental health services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Adoption assistance
- Local and national discounts
Location:
This position is based at Springfield Memorial Hospital in Springfield, IL, part of Memorial Health’s network of care.
Other facts
About Memorial Health
Memorial Health is one of the leading healthcare organizations in Illinois—a responsibility we are proud to uphold. Founded in 1897 to meet the expanding needs of our communities, we have assembled an ever-growing team and vast resources.
Dedicated to unsurpassed excellence in care, education, and research, our community-based, not-for-profit corporation features a team of nearly 10,000 strong throughout eight state-of-the-art affiliates offering a broad array of vital services. Yet what matters equally is the size of our heart. Our ambitions. And our potential to do bigger and better things.
We’re achieving our goals by developing academic alliances with other respected institutions, including the BJC HealthCare Collaborative and the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. By earning important credentials and accreditations. By making a real investment in employee development. And by building upon our reputation for excellence on the regional level, with the goal of realizing national prominence.
What you'll do
- The Patient Care Technician will provide direct care to cardiac patients, assisting with hygiene, mobility, and monitoring vital signs. They will also document patient responses and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure a safe and organized care environment.
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