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

Geisinger•Bloomsburg, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger is hiring a Patient Care Technician for its Advanced Acute Care Medical unit at Geisinger Bloomsburg Hospital. The role provides advanced patient care duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and maintains patient care and the unit environment in accordance with organizational policies and procedures. The technician supports patients in the age range served by the assigned clinical area and provides or assists with activities of daily living and ongoing care. The ACE Nursing Model of Care assigns Patient Care Technicians duties that do not require a nursing license, with increased opportunity for autonomy, involvement in patient care, and career advancement. No experience is needed; comprehensive on-the-job training is provided. A two-week classroom orientation is required at the start of employment, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The position is scheduled for three 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., including every other weekend and holiday. The posting states 36 scheduled weekly hours. Applicants enrolled in an accredited RN or LPN program may also be considered for a Student Nurse Associate role based on their qualifications. The minimum hiring rate is $18.94, with increased rates for experienced individuals and shift differentials of up to $3 for evening, night, and weekend shifts. 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).
Basic Life Support certification within six months of employment.
Ability to meet orientation and long-term full-time scheduling requirements.
Reliability, punctuality, and strong attendance.
Teamwork and communication skills.
Clinical skills, interpersonal communication, customer relationship management, and preceptor skills.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of clinical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Facilitate activities of daily living, including hygiene, toileting, mobility, meals, and changing linens.
Collect vital signs and daily weights; conduct point-of-care testing and maintain point-of-care instruments and quality control.
Turn and reposition patients and perform equipment checks and exchanges.
Provide enhanced patient care under a licensed nurse's direction, which may include dressing care, suctioning, and removal of Foley catheters and peripheral IVs.
Remove nasogastric tubes and perform nasal swabs.
Check code carts and oxygen storage cabinets.
Obtain blood specimens through venipunctures and skin punctures when applicable, and obtain, process, preserve, and transport specimens according to orders, policy, and applicable guidelines.
Document patient care and observations accurately, identify and report changes in patient condition to licensed personnel, and help maintain a complete medical record.
Provide one-to-one patient safety observation when assigned.
Perform daily hands-on storage, preparation, and delivery of breast milk and infant and pediatric formulas when applicable.
Assist with admissions, transfers, discharges, deaths, patient throughput, order processing, test coordination, and transportation to tests.
Coordinate or complete clerical and electronic-information tasks, including scheduling tests, faxing consults, and releasing or confirming ordered tests with appropriate departments.
Order supplies and coordinate with food services to ensure appropriate patient diets.
Troubleshoot and take corrective measures for patient-care, clerical, and other unit equipment and supplies; coordinate equipment maintenance as needed.
Transport non-controlled medications and blood products as needed.
Make discharge follow-up calls and coordinate virtual discharge appointments.
Support staff with five-minute drills, quality rounds, and regulatory readiness activities as needed.
Serve as a positive preceptor and mentor for new staff and students.
Maintain a safe, compliant clinical environment and follow organizational policies and procedures.

Benefits

$1,500 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.
Up to $3 shift differentials 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 plan with rapid accrual.
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, and military leave pay.
Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
Employee Assistance Program, including referrals for care services, 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 opportunities, and support and mentorship from nursing leaders.
Employee referral incentive program.
Shared governance structure for nursing support staff.
Employee Resource Groups and community involvement opportunities.