Rehab Nurse Tech Neuromuscular Full Time Evenings 8 Hour Shifts Sign On Bonus Offered
Company: Northwestern Memorial Healthcare
Location: Wheaton
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Company 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 $3,000 Sign on Bonus (Internal
Transfers and rehires of less than a year are ineligible) 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. 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. 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. The Patient Care Tech-MJ is responsible to orient and
precept PCT roles. Responsibilities: Patient Care/Clinical
Practice: Answers and triages patient call lights and meets patient
care needs with an appropriate sense of urgency. Assists patients
with personal hygiene and activities of daily living promoting
maximal independence. Assists patient with application of assistive
devices and prosthetics/orthoses according to individual patient
program. Performs preventive skin care program as directed by RN
and report any changes in skin integrity immediately to the nurse.
Accurately calculates and documents calorie count, intake and
output and patients' weights. Assists patients with transfers and
mobility activities utilizing appropriate techniques, precautions
and assistive devices. Assists patients with bladder and bowel
elimination programs including collection of laboratory specimens.
Straight catheterization for select patient populations under
direction of RN. Accurately obtains and documents patients' vital
signs and communicates any concerns to the registered nurse.
Measures and documents blood glucose measurements. 12-lead EKG as
ordered Assists patients with completing menus daily within
established timeframes. Passes patient meal trays and HS snacks
under the direction of the nurse. Provide supervision and
activities for patients with high risk to fall. Patient rounding:
Circulate on the nursing units to monitor patients. Provide
de-escalation techniques for agitated and aggressive patient
behaviors Engage patient in activities as appropriate. Patient
mobility champion on the unit. Maintains and organizes unit
equipment inventories. Preceptor to new employees. Inclusive of all
other duties as assigned by nurse manager, nurse supervisor, staff
nurse and charge nurse. Quality Improvement: Participates in system
and local quality improvement goals. Collects data and audits for
Joint Commission readiness and improvement projects. Assists in the
maintenance of unit readiness to meet regulatory standards.
Communication: Maintains a therapeutic relationship to provide
optimal customer-focused care. Communicates effectively with
patients at level appropriate to age and cognitive status, showing
cultural sensitivity. Interacts effectively with peers and other
hospital staff to foster positive working relationships.
Effectively triages patient and the general concerns to RN.
Infection Control/Patient Safety: Contributes to the safe,
effective and professional delivery of patient care including use
of safety/restrictive devices. Follows Infection Control policies
and procedures. Maintains knowledge of Marianjoy’s policies
concerning precautions, codes, conditions, warning and general
safety procedures. Adaptability and Flexibility: Rotates to all
units based on patient care needs. Adjusts to changes in policy and
procedure, unit and patient population. Qualifications Required :
High school or equivalent (GED) Current Nursing Assistant
certification (C.N.A.) or current enrollment in an RN Nursing
Program, with the successful completion of two clinical rotations
Maintains current CPR certification Basic math skills Ability to
communicate with a wide variety of people and provide highest level
of customer service Understanding and support of Northwestern
Medicine’s Mission and Values Flexibility and ability to manage
work in a changing environment 12 lead EKG competency completed
within 6 months of employment Preferred : 2-5 years of work
experience is preferred in a rehabilitation hospital, acute care
hospital or skilled nursing facility. 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. 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. 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 Benefits
section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: 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.
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