Patient Companion - Days/evenings - Gwv Float Pool

Geisinger Health

Wilkes, PA, United States
Base: $15.25 minimum hourly with increases for exp...
Constant patient observation
Patient companionship and support
Shift work including days and evenings
Geisinger offers a full time Patient Companion position with a $1500 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates and up to $3/hour shift differential for evenings, nights and weekend shifts

Job Summary

  • Geisinger offers a full time Patient Companion position with a $1500 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates and up to $3/hour shift differential for evenings, nights and weekend shifts.
  • The role involves providing a safe, private, and comfortable therapeutic environment while maintaining constant observation and companionship for patients requiring 1:1 supervision.
  • Benefits include full medical, dental and vision coverage starting day one, tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per year, and family-friendly support programs.

Matching Summary

Geisinger offers a full time Patient Companion position with a $1500 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates and up to $3/hour shift differential for evenings, nights and weekend shifts.

Salary

Base: $15.25 minimum hourly with increases for experience; Bonus/Equity: $1500 sign-on bonus; Benefits: Up to $3/hour shift differential plus full benefits starting day one

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Constant patient observation
  • Patient companionship and support
  • Shift work including days and evenings
  • Floating between departments
  • Teamwork and communication skills
  • Reliability and punctuality

Nice-to-have

  • Proactive and engaged presence
  • Ability to redirect impulsive behavior
  • Patient meal assistance
  • Therapeutic environment maintenance
  • Participation in shift reports
  • Supportive care for clinical procedures

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
  • Ability to meet full-time scheduling requirements
  • Experience with 1:1 patient supervision
  • Availability for every other weekend and holiday rotation

Work Rights

Not specified

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