Compassionate Nursing Assistant: Patient Care & Support

Atlantic Health System; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to work alongside physicians and nurses, supporting advanced nursing services. You will help patients with daily activities, including bathing, meals, transportation, and basic care, while maintaining a positive and collaborative attitude.

Duties include taking vital signs, delivering meals and supplies, transporting patients, and assisting with daily workflows. BLS/CNA preferred; nursing students welcome.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• BLS Certification preferred; CNA certification preferred.
• 1-2 years previous patient care experience preferred.
• Nursing Students preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities and direct patient care alongside nursing staff.
• Serve meals, deliver trays, and provide between-meal nourishment.
• Change bed linen, sterilize supplies, and run errands as needed.
• Transport patients for consultations, treatments, tests, or examinations.
• Record vital signs and provide basic treatments.
• Maintain a safe care environment for patients and families.
• Perform rounds and check-ins to address patient and family needs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to work alongside physicians and nurses, supporting advanced nursing services. You will help patients with daily activities, including bathing, meals, transportation, and basic care, while maintaining a positive and collaborative attitude.

Duties include taking vital signs, delivering meals and supplies, transporting patients, and assisting with daily workflows. BLS/CNA preferred; nursing students welcome.