Nursing Assistant Per Diem (Operating Rooms) - No CNA Cert Required - Day Shift

Geisinger; Shamokin (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nursing Assistant to provide essential patient care and support. This per diem position offers competitive pay rates and shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, maintaining patient safety, and documenting patient conditions. The role emphasizes collaboration and innovation within a supportive environment, making it a great opportunity for those looking to grow in the healthcare field. Join a team that values kindness and excellence in patient care.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits from day one

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Support for domestic partners

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year related work experience preferred.
• Certifications and licenses as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care within the nursing assistant scope of practice.
• Observe, document, and report patient needs and condition changes.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and hygiene.

Skills

Patient Care

Documentation

Specimen Handling

Hygiene Assistance

Safety Monitoring

Clerical Duties

Point of Care Testing

Equipment Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)

Job description

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

Job Duties:

• Provide patient care within the nursing assistant scope of practice, supporting the multidisciplinary care plan.
• Observe, document, and report patient needs and condition changes promptly.
• Obtain and handle specimens per policy and physician orders.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, hygiene, and linen changes.
• Maintain patient safety through one-to-one 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 equipment and supply issues.
• Serve as a preceptor and mentor for new staff and students.
• Handle clerical duties related to admissions, transfers, discharges, and documentation.
• Coordinate transportation of patients and specimens.
• Assist with ordering supplies and communicate with food services for patient diets.
• Operate and maintain clerical equipment, schedule maintenance as needed.
• Transport non-controlled medications and blood products as required.

Work is typically performed in an office environment, adhering to organizational policies and procedures.

Position Details:

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) - Required
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year related work experience - Preferred
• Certifications and Licenses: As applicable

Our Purpose & Values: Caring for our patients, members, students, and communities with kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety. We offer healthcare benefits from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partners. We foster an environment of collaboration and diversity, believing it makes our team stronger. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.