Clinical Care Technician - Medical Surgical Unit - Part Time Day

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

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health seeks a Clinical Care Technician (CCT) for the Medical Surgical Unit in Somerville, NJ. This part-time, day-shift role supports Registered Nurses with hands-on patient care, vital signs, and daily care activities in a busy medical-surgical setting.

You will document care in the electronic health record, follow infection-control protocols, and collaborate with the care team to ensure patient safety and comfort.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• Nursing assistant experience or CNA certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and provide basic nursing care under supervision.
• Take and record vital signs and monitor patient conditions.
• Document patient information in the EHR accurately and confidentially.
• Follow infection control policies and ensure a safe patient environment.
• Communicate with patients, families, and healthcare team to coordinate care.
• Support RNs with daily care plans and safety measures.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Clinical Care Technician - Medical Surgical Unit - Part Time Day

Req #: 0000255480

Category: CNA / Nurse Aide

Status: Part-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: RWJ Somerset

Department: Medical Surgical Unit

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

Req #: 0000255480

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

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.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer