Nursing Assistant Per Diem - 5 Advanced Acute Care Medical/Oncology Unit

Geisinger; Mount Rock (PA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Free Care.com membership

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness program

Job summary

Geisinger Lewistown Hospital is seeking a per diem Nursing Assistant to support patient care and clerical tasks. The role offers market pay with up to $3 shift differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends, and potential financial support up to $40,000 to pursue RN studies.

The position emphasizes direct patient care, documentation, and collaboration with licensed staff to meet the care plan for each patient. Office/clinic setting with varied hours.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with clerical duties and patient care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties and direct patient care activities as needed.
• Document patient information and monitor changes in condition.
• Provide patient safety watch and assist with daily living activities.
• Transcribe and process orders, coordinate patient transport and tests.

Skills

Clerical tasks

Direct patient care

Documentation

Patient safety

Mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location and Schedule

Job Location: Geisinger Lewistown Hospital (GLH)

Shift: Rotation (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Worker Type: Regular

Job Summary

Geisinger is proud to offer a per diem Nursing Assistant with 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.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible and accountable for performing a wide range of clerical duties and direct patient care activities, 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 by the licensed nurse, 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 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 or assists patients with activities of daily living and fulfills designated and delegated responsibilities for ongoing continuum of care.
• Provides one‑to‑one patient safety watch as assigned following established policies and procedures.
• Assists in problem solving, troubleshooting and taking corrective measures in care and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Responsible for actively participating in patient safety improvement and management program.
• 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 standards.
• Releases and confirms ordered tests to appropriate departments.
• Coordinates transportation of patients to multiple tests.
• Communicates patient‑related information promptly to the appropriate care team member.
• Assists in ordering supplies.
• Communicates with food services to ensure appropriate patient diets.
• Operates, problem solves, and takes corrective measures for clerical equipment, including scheduling maintenance of computers, fax machines, phones, etc.
• Participates in obtaining and communicating electronic information as pertinent to the nursing unit.
• 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 an office environment.
• Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Education & Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) – (Required)

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions
• Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; free legal guidance, mental health visits, work‑life support, digital self‑help tools and more
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health

EEO Statement

Geisinger is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.