Nursing Assistant - Part Time Evenings - Intensive Care Unit; No CNA Cert

Location:

Geisinger Wyoming Valley (GWV)

Shift: Evenings (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

24
Worker Type:
Regular
Exemption Status:
No

Job Summary:

Geisinger offers a part‑time Nursing Assistant position with a minimum hiring rate of $16.25 per hour. Experienced candidates receive higher rates and up to $3 shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts. Up to $40,000 in financial support is available to become a nurse.

The ideal candidate is highly motivated, committed to delivering the highest quality care, and consistently demonstrates reliability, punctuality, excellent teamwork, and strong communication skills.

• Perform a wide range of direct patient care activities and clerical duties in a timely manner to support the care team.
• Provide care for patients within the specific age range of the assigned clinical area, following the nursing assistant scope of practice and multidisciplinary care plan.
• Identify, observe, and document the physical needs of patients according to established standards.
• Report any changes in patient condition to licensed personnel promptly.
• Obtain and maintain specimen integrity in accordance with policy, procedure, and physician orders.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene and linen changing.
• Provide one‑to‑one patient safety watch as assigned, following established policies and procedures.
• Process specimens accurately and transport them to the laboratory promptly.
• Perform point‑of‑care patient testing and maintain testing instruments with quality control.
• Assist in problem solving, troubleshooting, and implementing corrective measures for equipment and supplies.
• Serve as a preceptor and mentor for new staff and students in a positive manner.
• Complete clerical duties for admissions, transfers, discharges, and deaths per standards and facilitate patient throughput.
• Transcribe and process orders, confirm tests, and coordinate transportation of patients to multiple tests.
• Schedule tests, fax consults, and assist in ordering supplies and stationery items.
• Communicate with food services to ensure appropriate patient diets.
• Operate and troubleshoot clerical equipment, including computers, fax machines, and phones.
• Assist with transportation of non‑controlled medications and blood products as needed, complying with organizational policies.
• Maintain compliance with all job‑specific obligations, policies, and procedures.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) – Required
• Minimum of 1 year related work experience – Preferred
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification – American Heart Association (AHA)
• Basic Life Support Certification – Default Issuing Body
• Strong communication, computer literacy, interpersonal skills, and preceptor skills.

• Full benefits (medical, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out‑of‑area employees and dependents
• Pre‑tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Company‑paid life insurance, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows quick accrual
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program with financial incentives
• Family‑friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay, and a free  membership with discounted backup care for loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with referrals and free legal guidance, mental health visits, and digital self‑help tools
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance

We are 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.

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Does not qualify for J‑1 waiver.

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