Location:

Geisinger Community Medical Center (GCMC)

Shift:

Nights (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

32

Worker Type:

Regular

Exemption Status:

No

Job Summary:

Who we are looking for
The ideal candidate for this position is a highly motivated individual who is committed to delivering the highest quality care to our patients. They will demonstrate a strong ability to meet both the orientation and long-term scheduling requirements of the role.

Reliability, punctuality, and strong attendance are essential — this candidate consistently shows up on time and ready to contribute meaningfully each day. They are responsive and dependable, with excellent teamwork and communication skills that foster collaboration and support across the care team. A proactive and engaged presence is key to thriving in this role and ensuring exceptional patient outcomes.

Geisinger is proud to offer a part time Nursing Assistant a $16.25 minimum hiring rate with increased rates for experienced individuals and up to $3 shift differentials for evening, nights, and weekend shifts! Also offering up to $40,000 in financial support to become a nurse!

Job Duties:

Responsible and accountable for performing a wide range of direct patient care tasks. The performance of tasks allows the care team to provide quality care. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range on their assigned clinical area.

• Provides patient care as directed by the registered nurse in meeting the multidisciplinary plan of care established for each patient.
• Obtains and maintains the integrity of specimens in accordance with policy, procedure, and physician order.
• Performs EKGs as assigned, following accepted practices, policies, procedures, and physician order.
• Provides for or assists patients with activities of daily living and fulfills designated and delegated responsibilities for ongoing continuum of care.
• Assists with transporting blood and blood products to and from Blood Bank as needed.
• Assists in problem solving and troubleshooting in the care and maintenance of equipment and assists in ensuring adequate supplies are available on the unit.
• Provides one to one patient safety watch as assigned following established policy and procedures.
• Completes clerical responsibilities for task completion based on ability and training.
• Staff have access to non-controlled medications storage and supply areas and can transport non-controlled medications as necessary to meet the needs of the clinic and unit.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Benefits of working at Geisinger:

•        Full benefits (medical, dental and vision) starting on day one

•        Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents

•        Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution

•        Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage

•        401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions

•        Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly

•        Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year

•        MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive

•        Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones

•        Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more

•        Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance

Join the Geisinger Family! Apply now!

Position Details:

• Part Time, Evenings/Nights (24Hours/Weekly)
• 2 - 12 Hour Shifts 7pm - 7:30am
• Every Other Weekend and Holiday Rotation Required

This posting reflects an opening for a Nursing Assistant and we are seeking candidates for that position. Geisinger reserves the right to consider applicants who are currently enrolled in an accredited RN or LPN program for a Student Nurse Associate (SNA) role based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)

Experience:

Minimum of 1 year-Clinical (Preferred)

Certification(s) and License(s):

Skills:

Clinical Skills, Communication, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Interpersonal Communication, Preceptor Skills, Teamwork

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.

• KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
• EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
• LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
• INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
• SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family. 

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.