Certified Nursing Assistant Long Term Pediatrics PT Day

RWJBarnabas Health; Mountainside (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in Mountainside, NJ is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to join our Long Term Care team. You will support registered nurses with hands-on care, monitor patients, and help maintain a safe, compassionate environment.

A CNA cert and a current BLS card are required; high school diploma or GED. Prior CNA experience preferred. Typical day includes ADL assistance, vital signs, documentation in EHR, and collaboration with the care team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• CNA certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and basic nursing care.
• Monitor vital signs and report changes to supervising staff.
• Document patient information accurately in EHR with confidentiality.
• Implement infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment.
• Communicate with patients, families, and healthcare providers to coordinate care.
• Provide BLS/CPR when needed in emergencies.
• Support care plans from admission to discharge.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Patient assistance

Communication

Education

High School Diploma / GED

CNA certification

Job description

Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant

Location: Mountainside (MTN)

Department Name: Long Term Care

Req #: 0000262454

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $21.04 - $26.19 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.

Certified Nursing Assistant– RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health,Certified Nursing Assistiantsbecome part of a purpose driven environment where teamwork, belonging, and clinical excellence shape meaningful patient experiences. As aCertified Nursing Assistant(CNA), you will be a vital part of our collaborative nursing team, supporting Registered Nurses in providing hands-on care and helping create a safe, welcoming environment for patients. You'll assist with daily needs such as vital signs, mobility, and personal care, while helping RNs monitor conditions and carry out care plans. Your attention, empathy, and teamwork help restore comfort and dignity for every patient you serve and make our mission to improve lives a reality each day.

As a Certified Nursing Assistant(CNA), a typical day may include:

• Assisting patients with activities of daily living and providing nursing care to patients including taking vital signs, EKGS,performing phlebotomy, assisting with bedside care, i.e. bathing, mouth care, skin care.
• Monitor vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature to track patient health status
• Document patient information accurately in electronic health records (EHR) systems while maintaining strict confidentiality
• Implement infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff, adhering to facility policies
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers to coordinate care plans and address concerns
• Support emergency response efforts by applying Basic Life Support (BLS) skills such as CPR when needed in acute situations
• Providing patient care, based on physical, education, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients
• Providing for effective and safe patient outcomes through practice, judgment and critical actions
• Ongoing communication with patients and nursing colleagues regarding status of patient’s care
• Participating in collaboration of our patient's plan of care from admission to discharge to ensure safe transitioning

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 CNA opportunity, you must have a High School Diploma / GED and a current American Heart Association BLS certification and a CNA Certificte.Previous nursing assistant experience or clinical experience from an accredited nursing program is preferred . This position offers a Monday through Friday schedule PT Daysand includes every other weekend as well as some holidays.