Compassionate Per Diem Patient Care Partner

Guthrie; Sayre (Bradford County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible per diem scheduling

Comprehensive orientation and training

Collaborative team environment

Career growth opportunities

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Partner (Per Diem) to join a collaborative healthcare team. You will support patient comfort, safety and recovery while working with RNs and LPNs to provide compassionate care across ages.

The position offers flexible per diem scheduling, ongoing training, and opportunities for professional growth within Guthrie’s integrated healthcare system. This role emphasizes patient-centered care and teamwork in a hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA training program completion required or current enrollment in nursing program with Fundamentals of Nursing completed.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding and oral hygiene.
• Assist with mobility, transfers, ambulation, positioning and range of motion exercises using Safe Patient Handling protocols.
• Obtain, document and report vital signs, heights, weights, intake/output, and ADLs.
• Collect urine, stool and sputum specimens and educate patients on proper collection techniques.
• Perform delegated clinical duties including EKGs, simple dressing changes, preps, incentive spirometry supervision and catheter/removal when appropriate.
• Provide one-to-one observation for patients requiring continuous monitoring.
• Respond to patient call lights and participate in hourly rounding to promote safety and satisfaction.
• Transport patients, equipment and blood products safely within the facility.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe patient environment and assist with equipment management.
• Recognize changes in patient condition and communicate concerns to the nursing team.
• Support safety initiatives, quality improvement activities and departmental goals.
• Demonstrate professional, compassionate communication with patients, families and the interdisciplinary team.
• Assist with orienting new staff and contribute to a positive team environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Compassionate patient care

Emergency recognition

CPR certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNA training program completed

Enrollment in nursing program ( Fundamentals of Nursing )

Job description

Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Partner (Per Diem) to join a collaborative healthcare team. You will support patient comfort, safety and recovery while working with RNs and LPNs to provide compassionate care across ages.

The position offers flexible per diem scheduling, ongoing training, and opportunities for professional growth within Guthrie’s integrated healthcare system. This role emphasizes patient-centered care and teamwork in a hospital environment.