Patient Care Technician PT, or PRN

Springfield Memorial Hospital

Springfield, IL

Full time

First Shift Shift

$16.77 - $25.99

Under supervision of the registered nurse, performs a variety of tasks and services to assist in the provision of care and comfort for patients; provides care appropriate to the age of the patients served; reports and records observations; contributes to the efficient functioning of the unit; all duties are performed in accordance with established, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Memorial Childcare
• Mental Health Services
• Growth Opportunities
• Continuing Education
• Local and National Discounts
• Pet Insurance
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program and Colleague Wellness
• Adoption Assistance

• Full time (FT) or Part Time (PT)
• Night shift, 6:45pm – 7:15am
• Day shift 6:45am-7:15pm
• Every third weekend required for Full Time
• Possibility to request your own 3 days per week
• Full benefits for our full time openings
• PRN / Per Diem schedule available (on call any day of the week or sign up for shifts as you can)

• 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 in acute care preferred
• Strong observational skills and ability to respond quickly to changes in patient condition

• 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

• 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

• 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

This position is based at Springfield Memorial Hospital in Springfield, IL, part of Memorial Health’s network of care.