Clinical Care Technician Medical-Surgical Unit-I - Full Time Day

RWJBarnabas Health; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical and Prescription DrugInsurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Clinical Care Technician (CCT) for the Medical-Surgical Unit-I on the RWJUH Somerset campus. The role supports Registered Nurses with hands-on care, vital signs, mobility assistance, and patient safety in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, and an AHA BLS certification; CNA experience is preferred. The position offers 40 hours per week on day shift with every other weekend and some holidays included.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CNA certification preferred.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• Previous nursing assistant or CNA program clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist RNs with daily patient care, vital signs, and basic nursing tasks.
• Monitor and record patient status using EHR systems.
• Maintain infection control and safety protocols on the unit.
• Communicate with patients and families to support care plans.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Phlebotomy

EKG

Team nursing support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA certificate (preferred)

Tools

EHR systems

Vital signs equipment

Job description

Req #: 0000270429

Category: CNA / Nurse Aide

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: RWJ Somerset

Department: Medical-Surgical Unit-I

Pay Range: $21.04 - $26.19 per hour

Location: 110 Rehill Ave, Somerville, NJ 08876

Job Title: Clinical Care Technician

Location: RWJUH Somerset

Department Name: Medical-Surgical Unit-I

Req #: 0000270429

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.

Clinical Care Technician (CCT) – Medical-Surgical Unit-I

At RWJBarnabas Health, Clinical Care Technicians become part of a purpose driven environment where teamwork, belonging, and clinical excellence shape meaningful patient experiences. As a Clinical Care Technician (CCT), 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 Clinical Care Technician (CCT), 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 CCT opportunity, you must have a High School Diploma/GED and a current American Heart Association BLS certification. Previous nursing assistant experience or clinical experience from an accredited nursing program is preferred or a CNA certificate. This position offers 40 hours per week on day shift and includes every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday) as well as some holidays.

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 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

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market‑competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer