Certified Nursing Assistant Pediatrics PT Day

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

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for the Pediatrics team in Mountainside, NJ. This part-time Day shift role supports patient care under nursing supervision.

You will assist with daily living activities, monitor vitals, document in EHR, and help implement care plans while following infection control and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant in NJ.
• American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Willingness to work part-time on day shift and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and nursing care.
• Monitor vital signs and report changes to RN.
• Document patient information in electronic health records.
• Adhere to infection control policies and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with the care team to update patient care plans.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient mobility

Personal care

BLS CPR

EHR documentation

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant Pediatrics PT Day

Category: CNA / Nurse Aide

Status: Part-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Childrens Specialized Hosp

Department: Long Term Care

Pay Range: $21.04 - $26.19 per hour

Location: 150 New Providence Rd, Mountainside, NJ 07092

Job Details

Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant

Location: Mountainside (MTN)

Department Name: Long Term Care

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 Assistants become part of a purpose driven environment where teamwork, belonging, and clinical excellence shape meaningful patient experiences. As a Certified Nursing Assistant 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, a typical day may include:

• Assisting patients with activities of daily living and providing nursing care to patients including taking vital signs, , 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 opportunity, you must have a current Certified Nursing Assistant in NJ, American Heart Association BLS certification. This position offers a 4 day Monday through Friday schedule from 5am to 10am. and includes every other weekend as well as some holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer