Nursing Assistant Per Diem (PACU) - 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 for a per diem position. This role offers competitive pay rates and shift differentials, along with financial support for career advancement to RN. The ideal candidate will provide essential patient care, assist with daily living activities, and support a collaborative healthcare team. Join a diverse and inclusive environment that values caring, kindness, and excellence, while ensuring a safe and supportive workplace for all employees.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Financial support for RN training

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Provide patient care within the nursing assistant scope of practice.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Identify, observe, and document patient needs; report changes promptly.
• Conduct one-to-one patient safety watches as assigned.

Skills

Patient Care

Documentation

Point-of-Care Testing

Clerical Duties

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Clerical Equipment

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.
• Identify, observe, and document patient needs; report changes to licensed personnel promptly.
• Obtain and maintain specimens according to policy and physician orders.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene and linen changes.
• Conduct one-to-one patient safety watches as assigned.
• Process and transport specimens to the laboratory.
• Perform point-of-care testing and maintain related equipment.
• 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, facilitating patient throughput.
• Coordinate transportation of patients and specimens.
• Assist with ordering supplies and communicate with food services for patient diets.
• Operate and maintain clerical equipment, scheduling maintenance as needed.
• Transport non-controlled medications and blood products as necessary.

Work environment: Typically office-based; comply with organizational policies and procedures.

Position Details:

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

Our Purpose & Values: Caring, kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety guide our work. We offer comprehensive healthcare benefits from day one and foster a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.