Good Samaritan University Hospital Medical Center 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's focused on evidence based practice, continual learning and exceptional quality of care.

The Nursing Technician performs, under the supervision or direction of a Registered Nurse, those duties to assist in safe treatment and care of patients in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Assists with admission of patients re: reception, equipment preparation, vital signs, obtaining actual weights, orientation to surroundings and implementation of safety measures

• Performs direct care with attention to personal hygiene, safety, comfort and skin care while anticipating the needs of the patient and family.

• Performs oxygen equipment preparation, phlebotomy, 12 lead EKG, Arrhythmia interpretation

• Responsible to prepare patients for meals and assist with feeding as directed. Distributes water and other nourishments as directed.

• Assists and/or transports patients in a timely and safe manner.

• Collects and transports specimens maintaining standards mandated by regulatory agencies.

• Demonstrates understanding and cooperation with the prep process for the OR in a timely fashion

• ​​​​Transports patients to the CTICU 

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Completion of NA program, BOCES, Military Hospital Corps School or equivalent, or completion of medical/surgical experience within an RN program

Current BLS from the American Heart Association (AHA)

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.