Patient Care Technician (NICU) - No CNA Cert Required - Day/Night Shift

Geisinger•Danville, PA

1d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger is hiring a Patient Care Technician for its Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Geisinger Medical Center. The role provides enhanced and advanced patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse, with duties spanning patient care, documentation, specimen handling, point-of-care testing, unit support, and coordination of patient services. The position requires care appropriate to the age range of patients in the assigned clinical area and adherence to organization policies and procedures. The position is scheduled for three 12-hour shifts each week, rotating between days and nights, with work every other weekend and holidays. At the start of employment, a two-week classroom orientation is required, Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. No prior experience is needed according to the position details, and comprehensive on-the-job training is provided; the stated experience requirement elsewhere in the posting is a minimum of one year in healthcare. Geisinger advertises a $1,500 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates, a minimum hiring rate of $18.94 with increased rates for experienced individuals, shift differentials of up to $3 for evening, night, and weekend shifts, and up to $40,000 in financial support to become a nurse. Applicants enrolled in an accredited RN or LPN program may be considered for a Student Nurse Associate role based on their qualifications and experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Minimum of one year of healthcare experience (listed as required).
Basic Life Support certification within six months.
Ability to meet orientation and long-term full-time scheduling requirements.
Reliability, punctuality, and strong attendance.
Teamwork and communication skills.
Skills in collaboration, computer literacy, mathematics, teamwork, and time management.

Responsibilities

Provide enhanced patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse and perform advanced patient care duties as assigned.
Maintain patient care and the unit environment in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and practices.
Document patient care in the appropriate sections of the medical record and identify, observe, and document patient physical needs; promptly report changes in condition to licensed personnel.
Obtain, preserve, process, and transport specimens according to orders and established procedures.
Perform point-of-care patient testing and maintain point-of-care instruments, including quality control.
Assist patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene and changing linens, and support continuity of care.
Provide one-to-one patient safety observation when assigned.
Troubleshoot and take corrective measures related to care, equipment, and supplies.
Serve as a positive preceptor and mentor for new staff and students.
Perform clerical duties related to admissions, transfers, discharges, and deaths; process orders, facilitate patient throughput, and release or confirm ordered tests with appropriate departments.
Coordinate patient transportation to tests and participate in obtaining and communicating electronic information relevant to the nursing unit.
Schedule tests, fax consults, and perform related unit coordination tasks.
Assist with ordering stationery, floor stock, patient supplies, and nursing supplies.
Communicate with food services to help ensure appropriate patient diets.
Operate and troubleshoot clerical equipment and arrange maintenance for computers, fax machines, phones, and similar equipment.
Access and transport non-controlled medications as needed, including assisting with transport to and from Pharmacy and within the unit.
Assist with transporting blood products to and from the Blood Bank.
Make discharge follow-up calls and coordinate virtual discharge appointments.
Support staff with five-minute drills and quality rounds and participate in regulatory readiness as needed.

Benefits

A $1,500 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.
Minimum hiring rate of $18.94, with increased rates for experienced individuals.
Shift differentials of up to $3 for evening, night, and weekend shifts.
Up to $40,000 in financial support to become a nurse.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting on day one.
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents.
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts and a health savings account.
Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
Paid time off with an accrual plan that allows employees to accrue time quickly.
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
MyHealth Rewards wellness program with a financial incentive.
Adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay, and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
Employee Assistance Program, including referrals for childcare, eldercare, and pet care; legal guidance; mental health visits; work-life support; and digital self-help tools.
Voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet, and legal insurance.
On-the-job training and education.
Professional growth and advancement opportunities.
Support and mentorship from nursing leaders.
Community involvement through Employee Resource Groups.
Employee referral incentive program.