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

Geisinger•Coal Township, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician works in Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital’s Advanced Acute Care Units as part of the ACE Nursing Model of Care, which assigns technicians responsibility for patient-care duties that do not require a nursing license. Under the supervision and direction of licensed nursing staff, the technician performs a wide variety of patient care duties, helps maintain the patient-care and unit environment, and provides care appropriate to the age range of patients in the assigned clinical area. No experience is required, and comprehensive on-the-job training is provided. The role includes supporting activities of daily living and patient safety, collecting vital signs and specimens, performing point-of-care testing, and assisting with enhanced care tasks such as dressing care and removal of Foley catheters and peripheral IVs. The technician observes and documents patient needs, reports changes in condition to licensed personnel, maintains accurate records, supports unit operations and patient throughput, and assists with coordination of tests, supplies, transportation, and other care activities. The position may also involve specimen handling, equipment checks and maintenance, clerical duties, and mentoring new staff or students. The schedule consists of three 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., including every other weekend and holiday. A consecutive two-week classroom orientation is required at the start of employment, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Geisinger advertises a $1,500 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates, a minimum hiring rate of $18.94 with higher rates for experienced individuals, shift differentials of up to $3, and 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, strong attendance, teamwork, communication, and a proactive approach to work.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of a specialty training program.
At least one year of related work experience.

Responsibilities

Facilitate activities of daily living, including hygiene, toileting, mobility, and meals; assist with patient hygiene and changing linens.
Collect vital signs and daily weights, and conduct point-of-care testing, instrument maintenance, and quality control.
Turn and reposition patients and perform equipment checks and exchanges.
Provide enhanced patient care under the direction of licensed nurses, including dressing care, suctioning, and removal of Foley catheters and peripheral IVs.
Perform nasogastric tube removal and nasal swabs.
Check code carts and oxygen storage cabinets.
May perform venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain blood specimens according to Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines.
Obtain, preserve, process, and transport specimens in accordance with orders, policies, and procedures.
Observe and document patients’ physical needs and report changes in condition to licensed personnel promptly.
Provide one-to-one patient safety watch when assigned and follow established procedures.
Document care in the appropriate sections of the medical record to ensure it is complete and accurate.
Assist with the storage, preparation, and delivery of breast milk and infant and pediatric formulas, as applicable.
Assist with admissions, transfers, discharges, and deaths; facilitate patient throughput and perform related clerical duties.
Transcribe and process orders, release and confirm ordered tests, schedule tests, fax consults, and coordinate patient transportation to tests.
Participate in obtaining and communicating electronic information pertinent to the nursing unit.
Assist with ordering stationery, floor-stock, patient-care, and nursing supplies; coordinate with food services to ensure appropriate patient diets.
Operate and troubleshoot clerical equipment and coordinate maintenance of computers, fax machines, and phones.
Transport non-controlled medications to and from Pharmacy and within the unit as needed, and 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.
Assist with problem-solving and corrective measures related to the care and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
Serve as a positive preceptor and mentor for new staff and students.

Benefits

$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, with three medical plan choices.
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent-care flexible spending accounts and a health savings account with employer contribution.
Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
Paid time off plan with 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 and advancement opportunities, and mentorship from nursing leaders.
Employee Resource Groups and an employee referral incentive program.
Staff safety and security measures, including a Strongline Alert Notification system, camera surveillance, metal detectors at certain locations, and campus security guards and K9 program.