$25.25 - $25.25 per hour Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. At RWJBarnabas Health, the Nursing Assistant becomes part of a purpose-driven environment where teamwork, belonging, and clinical excellence shape meaningful patient experiences.
As a Nursing Assistant, you will provide basic, direct patient care, considering specific needs as related to patients' age. Assumes responsibility for care of patients and functions as a member of the health care team, taking direction and guidance from a Registered Nurse. All care is provided in compliance with and according to department policy/procedure and Standards of Care.
As a Nursing Assistant (NA), a typical day may include: Monitoring vital signs such as heart rate and blood pressure Perform EKG’s Draw labs and collect specimens from patients Provide therapeutic groups and recreational activities to patients Assist in nonviolent crisis intervention Promotes and implements, in conjunction with RN the concept of patient and family-centered care Observes and reports patient’s responses to intervention/treatments Prepare the patient's environment for admission or transfer from another area of hospital Greet and escort newly admitted patients and families to patient room and orients them to their surroundings.
Assures that all patients always have appropriate identification bands on Prepares the patient for meals, assists in feeding and/or feeds the patient, and reports food intake to the RN. This role might be for you if: Thriving in a fast-paced environment energizes you, especially in providing hands-on care to our most vulnerable in an impactful way Collaboration with nurses, doctors and therapists is important to your success as a team player Job satisfaction is derived from comforting those at the bedside Protection of patient safety is essential in your day-to-day work as is delivering exceptional care through compassion and professionalism Continuous learning and growth matter to you To be considered for this Nursing Assistant opportunity, you must have a High School Diploma / GED and a current American Heart Association BLS certification.
Previous Nursing Assistant experience and/or successful completion of two Registered Nurse accredited clinical courses and/or completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant program is preferred. Scheduling
Nights 11:00PM - 7:00AM. Every other weekend required, the schedule during the week will vary depending on department needs. Mandatory Orientation Benefits and Perks : At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do.
Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to: Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time Retirement Plans Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Disability and Life Insurance Paid Parental Leave Tuition Reimbursement Student Loan Planning Support Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Community and Volunteer Opportunities Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon ….and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare destination providing patient-centered facilities, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering best-in-class work experience for every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time.
As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly have a unique impact on local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state.
We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
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