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Patient Care Technician - Evenings/Nights - Geisinger South Wilkes Barre Emergen

Geisinger, Beach Haven, Pennsylvania, us, 18601

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Patient Care Technician

Geisinger is proud to offer a Patient Care Technician a $1500 sign on bonus for eligible candidates, $18.94 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! Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre (GSWB) Nights (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Worker Type: Regular Exemption Status: No Job Duties: May perform a wide variety of advanced patient care duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Provides enhanced patient care under the direction of the licensed nurse. May perform venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain blood specimens. 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. Obtains and maintains the integrity of specimens in accordance with policy and procedure. Provides for or assists patients with activities of daily living. Provides one to one patient safety watch as assigned. Accurately processes specimens and provides timely transport of the specimen. Performs point of care patient testing and point of care instrument maintenance. Assists in problem solving, trouble shooting, and taking corrective measures in care and maintenance of equipment. Serves as a preceptor and mentor for new staff and students. Performs clerical duties for admissions, transfers, discharges, and deaths. Coordinates transportation of patients to multiple tests. Participates in obtaining and communicating electronic information. Assists in ordering supplies. Communicates with food services to ensure appropriate patient diets. Operates, problem solves, and takes corrective measures for clerical equipment. Staff have access to non-controlled medications storage and supply areas. Assists with transporting non-controlled medications. Assists with transporting blood products. Discharge follow up phone calls / coordinating virtual discharge appointment team. Support / Assist staff with 5 min Drills and/or Quality Rounds. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Benefits of working at Geisinger: Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one Three medical plan choices Pre-tax savings plans Company-paid life insurance 401(k) plan Generous paid time off Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement MyHealth Rewards wellness program Family-friendly support Employee Assistance Program Voluntary benefits Join the Geisinger Family!