Nurses Aide (NA), Post Intensive Care-III Req #: 0000202701
Category: Nurses Aide
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Night
Facility: Clara Maass Medical Center
Department: Post Intensive Care- III
Salary: $20.52 - $25.94 per hour
Location: Clara Maass Medical Center, 1 CLARA MAASS DRIVE, BELLEVILLE, NJ 07109

Job Title: Nurses Aide

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department: Post Intensive Care-III

Req#: 0000202701

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Night

Salary Range: $20.52 - $25.94 Hourly

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly range for this position if hired to work.

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.

Job Overview:

Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, the Nurse Aide II performs a variety of basic patient care activities and related procedures in caring for the needs of the patients. He/She assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment.

Qualifications:

Required:

High School DiplomaBLS Certification through American Heart Association only.Excellent verbal communication, interpersonal and demonstrated writing skills.Proven track record of compassionate care & superior service and a commitment to providing healthcare excellence always.

Preferred:

At least one (1) year experience as a phlebotomist or EKG Technician with health care background. Current enrollment in health care training program as C.N.A. or PCT preferredCollege degree preferred.

Certifications and Licenses:

BLS certification through American Heart Association

Scheduling Requirements:

Nights 11:00PM - 7:00AMEvery other weekend, schedule during the week will vary depending on department needsFull-Time (37.5 hrs)Mandatory Orientation

Essential Functions:

Takes and records temperature, pulse, respiration, B/P, height/weight and intake/output measurements accurately. Reports findings outside of normal range to RNProvides assistance with ADL s to assigned patientsProvides assistance with the nutritional needs of patients, including feeding, mealtime assistance/set-up, supplying fluids, and delivering supplemental snacksLifts, moves, turns, and transports patients out of bed, chair, stretcher, wheelchair, portable mechanical lift, etc., maintaining proper body mechanicsPerforms laboratory procedures as noted: venipuncture, EKG, GTT, blood culture, urine collection procedures and other laboratory procedures as directed by the Registered NurseDemonstrates the 4 C s of Commitment, Compassion, Competence, and Communication

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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 TimeRetirement PlansMedical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceDisability and Life InsurancePaid Parental LeaveTuition ReimbursementStudent Loan Planning SupportFlexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Community and Volunteer OpportunitiesDiscounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon .and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to 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 make a unique impact in 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer