Patient Care Technician (BP7 Advanced Acute Care) - No CNA Cert Required - Night Shift

Geisinger•Danville, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger is hiring a Patient Care Technician for its BP7 Advanced Acute Care Medical unit at Geisinger Medical Center. The position supports patient care under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse or other licensed nurse, while helping maintain the patient-care and unit environment according to organizational policies and procedures. Patient Care Technicians provide care appropriate to the age range served by their assigned clinical area and document observations and care in the medical record. The ACE Nursing Model of Care (Achieving Collaborative Excellence) assigns Patient Care Technicians a broader role in duties that do not require a nursing license, offering greater autonomy, involvement in patient care, and opportunities for advancement. No prior experience is needed for the position’s training pathway, and comprehensive on-the-job training is provided; the listed qualifications also require at least one year of related work experience. A two-week classroom orientation is required at the start of employment, scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This is a regular, full-time position scheduled for three 12-hour night shifts per week, 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., including every other weekend and holiday. The minimum hiring rate is $18.94 per hour, with increased rates for experienced candidates and shift differentials of up to $3. Eligible candidates may receive a $1,500 sign-on bonus. Geisinger also advertises up to $40,000 in financial support to become a nurse.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
At least one year of related work experience (listed as required).
Basic Life Support certification within six months of hire.
Ability to meet orientation and long-term full-time scheduling requirements, including three 12-hour night shifts per week and every other weekend and holiday.
Reliability, punctuality, strong attendance, teamwork, and communication skills.
Ability to provide care for patients in the age range served by the assigned clinical area.
Clinical skills and a commitment to patient safety.

Responsibilities

Facilitate activities of daily living, including hygiene, toileting, mobility, meals, and changing linens.
Collect vital signs and daily weights; observe and document patient needs and report changes in condition to licensed personnel promptly.
Conduct point-of-care testing, maintain point-of-care instruments, and perform quality-control activities.
Turn and reposition patients and provide one-to-one patient safety watch when assigned.
Provide enhanced patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse, including advanced dressing care, suctioning, and removal of Foley catheters and peripheral IVs.
Perform venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain blood specimens when appropriate, and obtain, handle, and transport specimens according to orders, standards, and procedures.
Perform nasal swabs and remove nasogastric tubes as assigned.
Complete equipment checks and exchanges, check code carts and oxygen storage cabinets, and troubleshoot equipment and supplies.
Provide or assist with storage, preparation, and delivery of breast milk and infant and pediatric formulas when applicable.
Document care and observations in the appropriate sections of the medical record.
Perform clerical duties related to admissions, transfers, discharges, and deaths; transcribe and process orders; and facilitate patient throughput.
Release and confirm ordered tests with appropriate departments, coordinate patient transportation to tests, schedule tests, and fax consults.
Participate in obtaining and communicating electronic information pertinent to the nursing unit.
Assist with ordering stationery, floor stock, patient needs, and nursing supplies; communicate with food services about patient diets.
Operate and troubleshoot clerical equipment and arrange maintenance for computers, fax machines, and phones.
Transport non-controlled medications as needed between Pharmacy and the unit, and within the unit; transport blood products to and from the Blood Bank as needed.
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.
Serve as a positive preceptor and mentor to new staff and students.
Maintain patient-care and unit environments in accordance with policies, procedures, and practices.
Comply with organization policies and procedures and satisfy job-specific obligations.

Benefits

Eligible candidates may receive a $1,500 sign-on bonus.
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 beginning on the first day of employment; three medical plan choices are available.
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 plan with accrual described as generous.
Tuition reimbursement of up to $5,000 per calendar year.
MyHealth Rewards wellness program with a financial incentive.
Adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, and military leave pay.
Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
Employee Assistance Program with referrals and resources for childcare, eldercare, pet care, legal guidance, mental health, and work-life support.
Voluntary benefits, including 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.
Employee Resource Groups and community involvement opportunities.
Employee referral incentive program.
Shared governance structure for nursing support staff.
Staff safety and security measures, including a Strongline alert system, camera surveillance, metal detectors at certain locations, and campus security guards/K9 program.