Burn Technician

RWJBarnabas Health; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health's Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, NJ is seeking a Burn Technician for the evening shift. You will support nurses in burn care, perform hydrotherapy and wound care, and reinforce patient teaching to ensure safe, compassionate care.

The ideal candidate holds a High School Diploma (or equivalent), a current American Heart Association BLS certification, and prior healthcare experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
• Healthcare experience preferred (e.g., Nurse’s Aide, Monitor Tech, EKG Tech, EMT).

Responsibilities

• Administer daily hydrotherapy and dressing changes for adult and pediatric burn patients.
• Perform wound care on designated consults and wound management cases.
• Assist Registered Nurses with patient care as assigned by Nurse Manager or Clinical Coordinator.
• Reinforce patient teaching initiated by Registered Nurses during wound care.
• Assess patient age-specific needs using growth and development principles.

Skills

Clear communication

Cardiac monitoring

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Burn Technician

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Burn Care Step Down

Req #: 0000262685

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $26.59 - $33.45 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..

Burn Technician-RWJBarnabas Health

At Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Burn Technicians become part of a purpose-driven environment where teamwork, compassion, and exceptional patient care create meaningful experiences every day. This BurnTechnician role offers opportunities for growth, supportive collaboration, and a culture committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. As a BurnTechnician, you will play an essential role in supporting nurses, enhancing patient care, and creating a safe environment for individuals across our organization. Joining our team means joining a community where every team member is encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a lasting impact.

A typical day for a Burn Technician may include:

• Administeringdaily hydrotherapy and dressing changes of all adult and pediatric burn patients,
• Performingwound care on designated consults and wound management cases throughout the medical center.
• AssistingRegistered Nurses with patient care as assigned by Nurse Manager or Clinical Coordinator,
• Reinforcingpatient teaching initiated by Registered Nurses during wound care.
• Usingand understanding of the principals of growth and development to assess each patient s age specific assistance in treatment and care,

This role might be for you if:

• Clear, professional communication defines how you interact with nursing staff, colleagues, and the healthcare team
• You enjoy focusing on precise clinical observations in a fast-paced hospital environment
• Attention to detail and organization help you deliver accurate, continuous cardiac monitoring
• Providing exceptional customer service and maintaining a positive attitude are important to you
• Adaptability allows you to manage changing priorities and multi-task while maintaining professionalism
• Continuous learning and mastering cardiac rhythm interpretation motivate you
• Collaborative teamwork is something you value and actively contribute to every day

To be considered for this BurnTechnician opportunity, you are passionate about delivering vigilant patient care while creating a positive impact for every individual we serve.

• This full-time position offers an evening shift schedule.
• You hold a High School Diploma (or equivalent) and a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
• Prior health care experience preferred (i.e. Nurse’s Aide, Monitor Tech, EKG Tech, Phlebotomy, EMT).