Health Sciences Student - Nursing Assistant per diem (Advanced Acute Care Areas)

Geisinger; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Free Care.com membership

Employee Assistance Program

MyHealth Rewards

Job summary

Geisinger is offering a per diem Nursing Assistant position with market-leading pay and up to $3 shift differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends. There is up to $40,000 in financial support to become an RN. The role emphasizes reliability, punctuality, and teamwork to deliver high-quality patient care.

The incumbent will perform direct patient care and related clerical tasks, assist with daily living activities, and document clinical observations in a dynamic clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited health sciences program (e.g., pre-PA, biology, medical assistant, or related field).
• Demonstrates reliability, punctuality, and excellent attendance.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within nursing assistant scope.
• Perform clerical duties to support the unit.
• Document observations and changes in patient condition promptly.
• Assist with activities of daily living and ensure patient safety.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Education

Health sciences enrollment

Job description

Job Summary

Geisinger is proud to offer a per diem Nursing Assistant market leading pay rates, up to $3 shift differentials for evening, nights and weekend shifts and up to $40,000 in financial support to become an RN.

Job Duties

Job Description

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.

Responsible and accountable for performing a wide range of direct patient care activities and clerical duties, depending on the need of the unit. The performance of these tasks in an efficient and timely manner is essential to enhance the care team's ability to provide quality care. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range in their assigned clinical area.

Provides patient care as directed, within the nursing assistant scope of practice, in meeting the multidisciplinary care plan established for each patient.

Identifies, observes, and documents the physical needs of the patient according to established standards. Reports ant changes in patient condition to licensed personnel in a timely manner.

Obtains and maintains the integrity of specimens in accordance with policy and procedure, according to physician order.

Provides for or assists patients with activities of daily living and fulfills designated and delegated responsibilities for ongoing continuum of care. Includes patient hygiene and changing linens.

Provides one to one patient safety watch as assigned following established policies and procedures.

Accurately processes specimens and provides timely transport of the specimen to the laboratory.

Performs point of care patient testing and point of care instrument maintenance and quality control.

Assists in problem solving, trouble shooting and taking corrective measures in care and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

Serves as a preceptor and mentor for new staff and students in a positive manner.

Performs clerical duties for admissions, transfers, discharges, and deaths according to standards and facilitates patient throughput activities. Transcribes and processes orders according to unit standard.

Releases and confirms ordered tests to appropriate departments.

Coordinate's transportation of patients to multiple tests.

Participates in obtaining and communicating electronic information as pertinent to the nursing unit. Schedules tests, faxes consults, etc.

Assists in ordering supplies. Stationery items as well as floor stock, patient needs, individual nursing supplies.

Communicates with food services to ensure appropriate patient diets.

Operates, problem solves, and takes corrective measures for clerical equipment. To include scheduling maintenance of computers, fax machines, phones, etc.

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 or unit.

Assists with transporting non-controlled medications to and from Pharmacy and within the unit as needed.

Assists with transporting blood products to and from Blood Bank as needed.

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.

Benefits of working at Geisinger

• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• 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
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health

Position Details

Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college‑level health sciences program (e.g., pre‑PA, biology, medical assistant, or related field).

Per Diem, non benefits eligible position

Rotation schedule based on department needs

Eligible applicant will need availability to attend minimum 2 week Residency Program/Orientation which will require full