Comfort Care Associate-PD

Good Samaritan University Hospital 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.

Comfort Care Associate

Qualifications:

• HS diploma or equivalent required; completion of first or second year of nursing school preferred
• BLS (Basic Life Support Certification)

Responsibilities:

• Provides continuous observation and vigilant monitoring of patients experiencing changes in physical, cognitive, behavioral, or emotional status under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Supports the delivery of safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care for individuals requiring enhanced observation and monitoring.
• Assists in implementing comfort measures and therapeutic interventions as delegated by the Registered Nurse, including support with sensory aids, environmental modifications, orientation, mobility, and toileting needs.
• Collaborates with the Registered Nurse to review and understand the patient's individualized plan of care and assigned responsibilities for each shift.
• Communicates patient-specific needs, observations, and relevant information to the Registered Nurse to support coordinated care planning and effective patient outcomes.
• Promptly reports changes in patient condition, safety concerns, unusual observations, patient complaints, or expressed needs to the Registered Nurse and/or leadership team.
• Assists with the safe transport and transfer of patients utilizing appropriate transfer techniques, assistive equipment, and proper body mechanics to promote patient and staff safety.
• Maintains a therapeutic, supportive, and safe environment that promotes patient dignity, comfort, and well-being.

At Catholic Health your well-being comes first, with comprehensive compensation and benefits; our offerings go beyond the basics. In addition to multiple medical plans, life insurance, generous paid time off and flexible spending accounts, we also offer substantial tuition reimbursement, an employer funded pension plan and several savings plan options for your future