Patient Care Technician (HFAM8 Advanced Acute Care Cardiovascular Unit) - No CNA Cert Required - Day Shift

Geisinger•Danville, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician works in the HFAM8 Advanced Acute Care Cardiovascular Unit at Geisinger Medical Center, providing advanced patient care under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse or other licensed nurse. The role supports patient care and the unit environment in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and practices. The ACE Nursing Model of Care gives Patient Care Technicians greater responsibility for duties that do not require a nursing license, with opportunities for autonomy, involvement in patient care, and career advancement. No experience is needed, and comprehensive on-the-job training is provided. The role requires three 12-hour day shifts per week, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., including every other weekend and holiday. New employees must complete a consecutive two-week classroom orientation, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The work is typically performed in a clinical environment. The posting notes that 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).
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 are emphasized.
Strong teamwork, communication, responsiveness, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to provide care to patients in the age range served by the assigned clinical area.
Minimum one year of clinical experience is preferred, but no experience is needed and on-the-job training is provided.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of clinical experience.
Enrollment in an accredited RN or LPN program may qualify an applicant for consideration for a Student Nurse Associate role, depending on skills, qualifications, and experience.

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 provide one-to-one patient safety watch when assigned.
Perform enhanced patient care duties under a licensed nurse’s direction, including advanced dressing care, suctioning, and removal of Foley catheters and peripheral IVs.
Perform venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain blood specimens when applicable, and obtain, process, maintain the integrity of, and transport specimens according to orders and policy.
Perform nasal swabs, equipment checks and exchanges, and checks of code carts and oxygen storage cabinets.
Document patient care and observations accurately in the medical record; identify and report changes in patient condition to licensed personnel promptly.
Provide or assist with ongoing patient care and delegated responsibilities across the continuum of care.
Support storage, preparation, and delivery of breast milk and infant or pediatric formulas when applicable.
Assist with equipment and supply maintenance, troubleshooting, and corrective measures.
Precept and mentor new staff and students in a positive manner.
Perform clerical duties for admissions, transfers, discharges, and deaths; support patient throughput and process or transcribe orders according to unit standards.
Release and confirm ordered tests, coordinate patient transportation to tests, schedule tests, fax consults, and participate in obtaining and communicating relevant electronic information.
Assist with ordering stationery, floor-stock, patient-care, and nursing supplies, and communicate with food services to ensure appropriate patient diets.
Operate and troubleshoot clerical equipment and arrange maintenance for computers, fax machines, and phones.
Transport non-controlled medications to and from the 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 activities as needed.
Maintain patient care and the unit environment in accordance with policies, procedures, and practices.

Benefits

$1,500 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.
Minimum hiring rate of $18.94, with increased rates for experienced individuals; 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 beginning 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 with employer contribution.
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 discounted backup care through a free Care.com membership.
Employee Assistance Program with childcare, eldercare, and pet-care referrals; 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.
Shared governance structure, on-the-job training and education, growth and advancement opportunities, and support and mentorship from nursing leaders.
Employee Resource Groups and an employee referral incentive program.
Workplace safety and security measures, including a staff-worn Strongline Alert Notification system, camera surveillance, metal detectors at certain locations, and campus security guards and K9 program.