Nursing Assistant - Medical ICU

Catholic Health Services; West Islip (NY); On-site; USD 75,969,000 - 95,848,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits packages

Tuition assistance

Defined benefit pension

Job summary

Good Samaritan University Hospital is part of Catholic Health Services and seeks a Nursing Assistant to assist with patient care according to policy and patient age. Certification and schooling are required per the listed prerequisites, and CPR/BLS training is mandatory from approved providers.

The hospital emphasizes safety, infection control, and clerical readiness as part of daily duties. Salary ranges from USD 26.52 to USD 33.45 per hour, with additional benefits, tuition assistance, and a

Qualifications

• Completion of CNA program and NYS CNA certification or RN program nursing fundamentals, or 2 years' CNA experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of safety and infection control practices.
• Knowledge of computer systems and/or prior clerical experience required.
• BLS or CPR/AED training from AHA or American Red Cross; online programs not accepted.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the safe treatment and care of patients in accordance with established policies and procedures and patient age.
• Support the unit operations and ensure patient safety and comfort.

Skills

Safety knowledge

Infection control

Clerical experience

CPR/AED training

Education

Nursing Assistant program / BOCES or Military Hospital Corps School or equivalent

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR/AED training

Job description

Overview

Good Samaritan UniversityHospital is a 537- bed (including 100 nursing home beds) teaching hospital and a member of Catholic Health. With almost 900 physicians on staff, and a level I Trauma Center, we care for well over 100,000 patients annually across the south shore of Long Island. Our reputation for excellence is built on great choices and empowered leadership, and fosters a team that is focused on evidence based practice, continual learning and exceptional quality of care.

A Nursing Assistant is responsible for assisting in thesafe treatment and care of patients in accordance with established policies and procedures and age of patients served on the unit.

Job Details

Requirements:

• Completion of Nursing Assistant program, BOCES or Military Hospital Corps School or equivalent with current New York State CNA certification or completion of a Nursing fundamentals course or equivalent within a RN program or a minimum of 2 years' experience working as a Nursing Assistant.


• High School diploma or equivalent.


• Knowledge of safety and infection control practices.


• Knowledge of computer systems and/or prior clerical experience required.


• BLSor CPR/AED training required and accepted from only 2 organizations: American Heart Association - BLS/ACLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program American Red Cross - CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. No online programs from any organization will be accepted.

Salary Range

USD $26.52 - USD $33.45 /Hr.

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.