Clinical Care Technician - MedSurg X C2 - Full Time Day

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

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health's Monmouth Medical Center seeks a Clinical Care Technician to assist nursing staff with patient care in a fast-paced medical-surgical unit. You will monitor vitals, assist with daily activities, and help ensure comfort and safety for patients.

Qualified candidates have a High School Diploma or GED and a current American Heart Association BLS certification. CNA or clinical experience is preferred; strong teamwork and communication are essential for quality care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required and BLS certification current.
• CNA or nursing assistant experience preferred.
• Experience with EHR systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living and basic nursing care.
• Take and monitor vital signs and report changes.
• Document patient information in the electronic health record.
• Follow infection control and safety protocols to protect patients.
• Communicate with patients, families, and care teams to coordinate care.
• Support RN staff with care planning and patient transitions.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Phlebotomy

EKG

Infection control

EHR

BLS certification

Patient care

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA certificate preferred

Job description

Job Title: Clinical Care Technician

Location: Monmouth Medical Center

Department Name: Medical & Surgical X

Req #: 0000263959

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 X C2

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.

C2 all private rooms medical surgical unit including specialties of 24hr VEEG monitoring, cystic fibrosis, integrated Hospice and palliative care patients. All rooms that are all capable of continuous telemetry, pulse oximetry, and end tidal carbon monoxide monitoring

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.

Monmouth Medical Center (MMC) is one of New Jersey's largest community teaching hospitals, where physicians and employees work as a team dedicated to academic and clinical excellence and comprehensive, compassionate patient care. As part of RWJ Barnabas Health, Monmouth Medical Center is a leader in designing unparalleled new ways for delivering health care.

For over 130 years, Monmouth Medical Center has been the leader in central New Jersey in providing the best in health care and the latest in medical technology to nearly 1 million residents that comprise its primary service area of Monmouth County, and portions of Ocean and Middlesex counties. Monmouth Medical Center is recognized as a Top Teaching Hospital by The Leapfrog Group, which is widely acknowledged and underscores the highest commitment to patient safety and quality. MMC is the only hospital in Monmouth and Ocean counties to receive an “A” Hospital Safety Score by The Leapfrog Group, the nation’s leading experts on patient safety, for six consecutive rating periods. We continue to lead the system in HCAHPS scores, and are looked to as a model for best practice in patient satisfaction.