Nursing Assistant (Emergency Medicine) - No CNA Cert Required - Rotation Shift

Geisinger; Shamokin (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nursing Assistant to join their team. This role involves providing essential patient care, documenting needs, and assisting with daily living activities. The position offers a competitive starting rate, a sign-on bonus, and financial support for future nursing education. Join a collaborative and diverse environment that values kindness, excellence, and innovation in patient care. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients and their families, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Financial Support for Nursing Education

Shift Differentials

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year related work experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care within the nursing assistant scope of practice.
• Document patient needs and report changes to licensed personnel.
• Assist patients with daily living activities.

Skills

Patient Care

Documentation

Specimen Handling

Clerical Duties

Equipment Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Point-of-Care Testing Instruments

Job description

Job Summary: Geisinger is proud to offer a Nursing Assistant position with a $1500 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates, a minimum hiring rate of $15.75, with increased rates for experienced individuals, and up to $3 shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts. We also offer up to $40,000 in financial support to become a nurse.

Job Duties

• Provide patient care within the nursing assistant scope of practice, following the multidisciplinary care plan.
• Identify, observe, and document patient needs, reporting changes to licensed personnel promptly.
• Obtain and maintain specimen integrity according to policies and physician orders.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene and linen changes.
• Provide one-to-one patient safety watch as assigned.
• Process and transport specimens to the laboratory timely.
• Perform point-of-care testing, maintenance, and quality control of instruments.
• Assist in troubleshooting and maintaining equipment and supplies.
• Serve as a preceptor and mentor for new staff and students.
• Perform clerical duties related to admissions, transfers, discharges, and orders.
• Coordinate patient transportation and communicate electronic information pertinent to the unit.
• Assist in ordering supplies and communicate with food services regarding patient diets.
• Operate and troubleshoot clerical equipment, scheduling maintenance as needed.
• Transport non-controlled medications and blood products as needed.

Position Details

• Education: High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year related work experience (Preferred)

Our Purpose & Values

We are committed to caring for our patients, members, students, and communities with kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety. We promote a collaborative and diverse work environment, encouraging growth and development. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce.