Nursing Assistant Per Diem - 3 Advanced Acute Care Medical/Observation Unit

Geisinger • Jersey Shore, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant performs a range of clerical duties and direct patient care activities according to unit needs. The role supports the care team in providing quality care and requires meeting the qualifications to care for patients in the age range served by the assigned clinical area. The position is per diem on the 3 Advanced Acute Care Medical/Observation Unit at Geisinger Jersey Shore Hospital.

Patient-care duties include assisting with activities of daily living, hygiene, linen changes, patient safety watches, specimen collection and handling, point-of-care testing, and transporting patients, specimens, blood products, and non-controlled medications as needed. The Nursing Assistant observes and documents patients’ physical needs and promptly reports changes to licensed personnel. The role also supports admissions, transfers, discharges, order processing, test scheduling, supplies, equipment, and other unit operations.

Work is typically performed in an office environment. Staff are accountable for job-specific obligations and organizational policies and procedures. The job posting describes typical duties, which are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Ability to meet qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range served by the assigned clinical area.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of related work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care within the nursing assistant scope of practice and in accordance with each patient’s multidisciplinary care plan.
• Identify, observe, and document patients’ physical needs, and promptly report changes in condition to licensed personnel.
• Obtain and maintain specimen integrity according to orders, policies, and procedures; process specimens and transport them to the laboratory in a timely manner.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene and changing linens, and support continuity of care.
• Provide one-to-one patient safety watch when assigned, following established procedures.
• Perform point-of-care testing and maintain point-of-care instruments, including quality control.
• Troubleshoot and take corrective measures related to care and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Serve as a positive preceptor and mentor for new staff and students.
• Perform clerical duties for admissions, transfers, discharges, and deaths; facilitate patient throughput and transcribe and process orders according to unit standards.
• Release and confirm ordered tests with appropriate departments and coordinate patient transportation to tests.
• Obtain and communicate electronic information relevant to the nursing unit; schedule tests and fax consults as needed.
• Assist with ordering stationery, floor stock, patient supplies, and individual nursing supplies.
• Communicate with food services to ensure appropriate patient diets.
• Operate and troubleshoot clerical equipment and arrange maintenance of computers, fax machines, phones, and related equipment.
• Transport non-controlled medications to and from Pharmacy and within the unit as needed.
• Transport blood products to and from the Blood Bank as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions starting on the first day of employment.
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program.
• Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
• On-the-job training and education.
• Professional opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Support and mentorship from nursing leaders.
• Employee referral incentive program.
• Healthcare benefits for full-time and part-time positions from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partner coverage.
• Up to $3 shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts.
• Up to $40,000 in financial support to become an RN.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED