29 Lehigh Valley Health Network jobs in Frackville

Posting Date

09/18/ N Academy Ave,Danville,Pennsylvania, ,United States of America Pay Range: -$44.00-$5.00 15,000 bonus for new teammates!

DaVita is seeking a Registered Nurse who is looking to give life in a hospital setting. You can make an exceptional difference in the lives of our patients and their families dealing with end-stage renal failure or chronic kidney disease. Do you desire to deliver care in an empathetic, compassionate way - the way you'd want your own care to be?

If you haven't considered Nephrology before, read on as we think that you should.

DaVita - which is Italian for "giving life" - is working to provide quality service to patients, partners, and teammates. Our mission is to be the Provider, Partner, and Employer of Choice.

Some details about this position:

This position will support Geisinger Medical Center - 100 N Academy Ave., Danville, PA 17822

• No Dialysis experience is required.

• Training may take place in a facility or a training facility other than your assigned home facility

• Potential to float to various facilities during and after your training

• You must have a flexible schedule and be able to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holiday

What you can expect:

• Be a part of a team that supports and relies on each other in a positive environment. Staff RNs are a central part of a small interdisciplinary team of clinicians.

• Deliver care to patients who are often dealing with multiple co-morbidities which require unique treatment plans and the ability to leverage a broad range of nursing skills and knowledge.

• Oversee a group of patients with the support of PCTs to conduct patient observations, measuring stats and machine set up.

• You will work with your head, heart and hands each day in a fast paced environment.

• Specialty in multiple renal therapies. Acute (inpatient) RNs may deliver nephrology care through Hemodialysis, Peritoneal Dialysis, Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) and Apheresis.

• Work daily in a hospital setting. Deliver dialysis to patients at a contracted healthcare system, and become an integral part of both the hospital and DaVita team.

• Dynamic environment. As an Acute (Inpatient) Dialysis Nurse you'll provide specialty nephrology care within a variety of settings (ICU, CCU, ED and more).

• Schedule: Provide lifesaving care during regularly scheduled and on-call shifts. Schedules vary by hospital system. For this role expect to know your weekly schedule in advance, but your daily schedule may change depending on patient needs.

• DaVita's Inpatient Dialysis Program is Joint Commission Accredited

What we'll provide:

DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most including:

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out

• Support for you and your family: family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance, and more

• Paid training

Requirements:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice;

• Associates Degree in Nursing (A.D.N) from accredited school of nursing required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N); three-year diploma from accredited diploma program may be substituted for nursing degree

• You might also have experience in the following that can be helpful but not required

• Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Critical Care Unit (CCU), Emergency Room (ER), or Medical Surgical (Med Surg) experience

• Certified Nephrology Nurse (CNN) or Certified Dialysis Nurse (CDN)

• This position also requires successful completion of the pre-employment color blind test, accommodation may be provided

• Full vaccination against COVID-19 is required by hospitals in this program, which may include a booster when eligible.

DaVita is a clinical leader! We have the highest percentage of facilities meeting or exceeding CMS's standards in the government's two key performance programs. We expect our nurses to commit to improving patient health through clinical goal setting and quality improvement initiatives.

Ready to make a difference in the lives of patients? Take the first step and apply now.

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At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

This position will be open for a minimum of three days.

For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at

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Job Requirements

Our Patient Care Technicians provide high-quality patient care to patients suffering from the most advanced stage of chronic kidney disease, known as END Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). As a PCT you will monitor patients before, during, and after dialysis treatment including measuring and recording stats, initiating cannulation, patient observations, and hemodialysis machine setup. Our Patient Care Technicians have a combination of technical skills and genuine passion needed to develop deep relationships with patients and improve their quality of life.

Work Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have a desire to care for people and be comfortable working around blood and needles.
• Experienced PCTs must have current certification from BONENT, NNCC, or NNCO or if applicable other state approved certification.
• Experienced PCTs are required to have current BLS/CPR certification.

Benefits

At Innovative Renal Care (IRC), our comprehensive benefits program is a key component of our total compensation package. It includes a 401(k) match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits that compare favorably within our industry and marketplace. Learn more atIRC Benefits and Perks

About Innovative Renal Care

We are one of the largest dialysis service providers in the U.S., partnering with local physicians to deliver high-quality care to patients with ESRD and other kidney conditions. Our mission is to be the trusted experts and preferred partners for patients, physicians, and healthcare providers by delivering best-in-class care, service, and solutions.

Our Values: I CARE

Integrity & Innovation - Earn trust by keeping promises and embracing new solutions.

Compassion - Treat patients, families, and colleagues with respect and empathy.

Accountability - Take ownership and recognize the contributions of others.

Results-Driven - Strive for excellence and exceed expectations.

Everyone Counts - Foster diversity, equity, teamwork, and collaboration.

Why Join IRC?

• Career Growth - Be part of a values-driven team making a meaningful impact.
• Competitive Compensation - Salaries continually benchmarked against market and trends.
• Enhanced PTO - Your most recent dialysis experience counts toward PTO accrual.
• Team Culture - Thrive in a supportive environment that values innovation, accountability, and compassion.

Salary Range:

• $__ - $__ / hour depending on experience and qualifications

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Innovative Renal Care is an equal opportunity and a drug free workplace .All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origins, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.All applicants will be subject to a drug screening and background check upon acceptance of an offer.

*IRC will only contact you from or team members with an @innovativerenal.com email address. Please be cautious and aware of spam or fraudulent emails soliciting personal or banking information. IRC will not request this information via email.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Patient Related

Education:

• Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.

Treatment:

• Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
• Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state Law.
• Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
• Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).   
• Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
• Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy. 
• Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
• Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
• Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.   
• Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
• Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification   
• Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients’ dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.   
• Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.   
• Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification   
• Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes.   
• Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.   
• Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.  
• Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.
• Evaluate patients’ vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.
• Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection.   
• Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.   
• Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.   
• Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN

Staff Related

• Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.
• Collaborates with the Clinical Manager and Education Coordinator in driving organization quality standards through education regarding all ESRD regulatory and legal requirements and the practice of Continuous Quality Improvement. 
• Provides developmental support to applicable clinical and facility staff. 

Education/Communication:

• Participates in implementing  educational programs for PCT staff including contests and other team-based programs.
• Assists in monitoring processes in the delivery of patient care through regular Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
• Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices

• Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.
• Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.
• Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).
• Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.

RECORD KEEPING:

• Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
• Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.
• Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure

omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff.

• Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart.   
• Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination.   
• Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications.   
• Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.   

INFECTION CONTROL:

• Assists in collecting  information for infection control audits.
• Acts as a change agent for infection control practices within clinic. Under the direction of the CM or designee monitors staff and patient adherence to infection control practices.   
• Reinforces new hire employee adherence to infection control Policies and Procedures
• Supports ongoing staff and patient engagement on infection control practices under the direction of CM or designee for example participation in patient lobby days and staff meetings to reinforce infection control practice.
• Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law   

TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT:

• Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care   
• Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient as allowed by state law
• Liaisons with appropriate FKC staff members to provide the best patient experience including making sure all disciplines are scheduled to see patient according to plan.   
• Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them.   
• Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit.
• Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up.
• Assists with coordination of transition to patient’s modality choice.   
• Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU   

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee

encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable

individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the

Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable

accommodations can be made.

• Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
• The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials  
• The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist” devices for the heavier items.

EDUCATION AND LICENSES:

• High School diploma or G.E.D. required.

• Must have a valid PCT national certification or state specific certification as defined by Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.
• Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS :

• At least two years previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred.
• Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

I acknowledge that I have read and accepted this job description. I understand what is expected of me in this position, and I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined with or without reasonable accommodation. Furthermore, I understand that the duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. If I have any questions about duties and responsibilities not specified in this job description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or my Human Resources representative.

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Home Therapies Program (Not Home Assist)

This list pertains to task performed in the Home Therapies program under the direct supervision of the Home Therapies registered nurse (HT RN)  and in compliance with state law.

• May assist HT RN on Home Visit as directed   
• Reinforces PD/HHD patient education under supervision of HT Registered Nurse as permitted under state law   
• Schedules and contacts patients regarding appointments   
• Weigh patient and obtain vital signs   
• Collect patient’s treatment records and review for completion. Notify RN of incomplete / missing records.
• Cleaning and prepping treatment room; preparing charts prior to clinic visit   
• Preparing lab tubes and requisitions & assisting with lab draw days both pre and post draw (PCT certified phlebotomy or per state regulations)   
• Clerical duties as assigned (faxing, mailing to physician offices etc.)   
• Set-up of the home hemodialysis machine and PD Cycler   
• Assist with exit site care when directed by HT RN   
• Obtain home hemodialysis water and dialysate samples and process for testing as directed by HT RN
• Perform water dialysate collection and processing for testing as directed by the HT RN   
• Creates and sends patient reminders (supply inventory for order, Kt/V collection, bringing meds to clinic visit for review)   
• Prepare initial patient chart for admission. Complies and maintains medical records according to company policy and procedure and in compliance with all appropriate regulatory requirements   
• Maintains logs as directed and applicable
• Support patient registration and use of connected health   
• Provide patient home support as indicated and permissible under state law and applicable regulations

Inventory of Home Program

• Maintains par levels of home department supplies   
• Files home patient packing slips/invoices   

Inventory for Patients

• Assists patient with supply management and contacting customer service

The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate’s work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies.

Hourly Rate: $18.00 - $30.00

Non-Bonus Eligible Positions: include language below.
Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave.

Bonus Eligible Positions – include language below.
Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance.

Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

EOE, disability/veterans

Job Summary
Geisinger is proud to offer a Patient Care Technician a $1500 sign on bonus for eligible candidates, $8.94 minimum hiring rate with increased rates for experienced individuals and up to 3 shift differentials for evening, nights, and weekend shifts! Also offering up to 40,000 in financial support to become a nurse!
Job Duties
ACE Nursing Model of Care: Achieving Collaborative Excellence
The ACE Nursing Model of Care utilizes more Patient Care Technician staff to take responsibility for and perform the duties that do not require a nursing license, freeing the licensed nurse to perform the advanced skills that align with nursing education and training.
This new model of care allows Patient Care Technicians more opportunity for career advancement, autonomy in their role, and greater involvement in the delivery of patient care.
Primary duties include:
+ Being the primary facilitator of ADLs: hygiene, toileting, mobility, meals
+ Collecting vital signs & daily weights
+ Conducting Point of Care testing
+ Turning & repositioning patients
+ Performing equipment checks & exchanges
Additional training is provided for enhanced patient care under the direction of the licensed nurse, which may include but is not limited to:
+ Dressing care
+ Removal of Foley Catheter and Peripheral IV
+ Nasogastric tube removal and performing nasal swabs
+ Checking code carts and oxygen storage cabinets
Benefits of working at Geisinger:
+ Full benefits (health, 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 that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
+ Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
+ Up to 5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
+ MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
+ Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more
+ Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
+ Shared governance structure that empowers our nursing support staff
+ On the job training and education
+ Professional opportunities for growth and advancement
+ Support and mentorship from a full range of dedicated nursing leaders
+ Community involvement through our Employee Resource Groups
+ Employee referral incentive program
+ Geisinger values and prioritizes the safety and security of our staff by investing in a Strongline Alert Notification system worn by our staff, robust camera surveillance system, metal detectors at certain locations and security guards/K9 program on campus.
Join the Geisinger Family! Apply now!
Job Description:
May perform a wide variety of advanced patient care duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and maintains the patient care and unit environment consistent with the policies, procedures, and practices. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range on their assigned clinical area.
+ Provides enhanced patient care under the direction of the licensed nurse, which may include but is not limited to advanced dressing care, suctioning, removal of Foley Catheter and peripheral IV.
+ May perform venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain blood specimens according to Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines.
+ May perform daily, hands-on aspects of the storage, preparation and delivery of breast milk, infant and pediatric formulas.
+ Documents in the appropriate sections to create a complete and accurate medical record.
+ Identifies, observes, and documents the physical needs of the patient according to established standards. Reports any 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 for or assists patients with activities of daily living and fulfills designated and delegated responsibilities for ongoing continuum of care. Includes patient hygiene and changing linens.
+ Provides one to one patient safety watch as assigned following established policies and procedures.
+ Accurately processes specimens and provides timely transport of the specimen to the laboratory.
+ Performs point of care patient testing and point of care instrument maintenance and quality control.
+ Assists in problem solving, trouble shooting and taking corrective measures in care and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
+ 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 standard.
+ Releases and confirms ordered tests to appropriate departments.
+ Coordinate's transportation of patients to multiple tests.
+ Participates in obtaining and communicating electronic information as pertinent to the nursing unit. Schedules tests, faxes consult, etc.
+ Assists in ordering supplies. Stationery items as well as floor stock, patient needs, individual nursing supplies.
+ Communicates with food services to ensure appropriate patient diets.
+ Operates, problem solves, and takes corrective measures for clerical equipment. To include scheduling maintenance of computers, fax machines, phones, etc.
+ 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.
+ Discharge follow up phone calls / coordinating virtual discharge appointment team.
+ Support / Assist staff with 5 min Drills and/or Quality Rounds - participate in regulatory readiness as needed.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Position Details
BP6 Advanced Acute Care Surgery Unit
Schedule: Three 12-hour day shifts (7:00am - 7:30pm) including every other weekend and holiday.
Required Orientation: At the start of employment, a two-week classroom orientation is required with a schedule of Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm.
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)
Experience
Certification(s) and License(s)
OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.

Job Summary
Geisinger is proud to offer a Patient Care Technician a $1500 sign on bonus for eligible candidates, $8.94 minimum hiring rate with increased rates for experienced individuals and up to 3 shift differentials for evening, nights, and weekend shifts! Also offering up to 40,000 in financial support to become a nurse!
Job Duties
ACE Nursing Model of Care: Achieving Collaborative Excellence
The ACE Nursing Model of Care utilizes more Patient Care Technician staff to take responsibility for and perform the duties that do not require a nursing license, freeing the licensed nurse to perform the advanced skills that align with nursing education and training.
This new model of care allows Patient Care Technicians more opportunity for career advancement, autonomy in their role, and greater involvement in the delivery of patient care.
Primary duties include:
+ Being the primary facilitator of ADLs: hygiene, toileting, mobility, meals
+ Collecting vital signs & daily weights
+ Conducting Point of Care testing
+ Turning & repositioning patients
+ Performing equipment checks & exchanges
Additional training provided on advanced patient care skills including but not limited to:
+ Advanced dressing care
+ Suctioning
+ Removal of Foley Catheter and Peripheral IV
+ Venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain blood specimens
Benefits of working at Geisinger:
+ Full benefits (health, 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 that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
+ Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
+ Up to 5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
+ MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
+ Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more
+ Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
+ Shared governance structure that empowers our nursing support staff
+ On the job training and education
+ Professional opportunities for growth and advancement
+ Support and mentorship from a full range of dedicated nursing leaders
+ Community involvement through our Employee Resource Groups
+ Employee referral incentive program
+ Geisinger values and prioritizes the safety and security of our staff by investing in a Strongline Alert Notification system worn by our staff, robust camera surveillance system, metal detectors at certain locations and security guards/K9 program on campus.
Join the Geisinger Family! Apply now!
Job Description:
May perform a wide variety of advanced patient care duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and maintains the patient care and unit environment consistent with the policies, procedures, and practices. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range on their assigned clinical area.
+ Provides enhanced patient care under the direction of the licensed nurse, which may include but is not limited to advanced dressing care, suctioning, removal of Foley Catheter and peripheral IV.
+ May perform venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain blood specimens according to Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines.
+ May perform daily, hands-on aspects of the storage, preparation and delivery of breast milk, infant and pediatric formulas.
+ Documents in the appropriate sections to create a complete and accurate medical record.
+ Identifies, observes, and documents the physical needs of the patient according to established standards. Reports any 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 for or assists patients with activities of daily living and fulfills designated and delegated responsibilities for ongoing continuum of care. Includes patient hygiene and changing linens.
+ Provides one to one patient safety watch as assigned following established policies and procedures.
+ Accurately processes specimens and provides timely transport of the specimen to the laboratory.
+ Performs point of care patient testing and point of care instrument maintenance and quality control.
+ Assists in problem solving, trouble shooting and taking corrective measures in care and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
+ 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 standard.
+ Releases and confirms ordered tests to appropriate departments.
+ Coordinate's transportation of patients to multiple tests.
+ Participates in obtaining and communicating electronic information as pertinent to the nursing unit. Schedules tests, faxes consult, etc.
+ Assists in ordering supplies. Stationery items as well as floor stock, patient needs, individual nursing supplies.
+ Communicates with food services to ensure appropriate patient diets.
+ Operates, problem solves, and takes corrective measures for clerical equipment. To include scheduling maintenance of computers, fax machines, phones, etc.
+ 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.
+ Discharge follow up phone calls / coordinating virtual discharge appointment team.
+ Support / Assist staff with 5 min Drills and/or Quality Rounds - participate in regulatory readiness as needed.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Position Details
BP5 Advanced Acute Care Medical Trauma Unit
Schedule: Three 12-hour night shifts (7:00pm - 7:30am) including every other weekend and holiday.
Required Orientation: At the start of employment, a two-week classroom orientation is required with a schedule of Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm.
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)
Experience
Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Preferred)
Certification(s) and License(s)
OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.