Compassionate Patient Care Assistant

Atlantic Health System; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under supervision. The role focuses on patient comfort, safety, and dignity by assisting with ADLs and supporting clinical operations in a hospital setting.

The Nursing Assistant will measure vital signs, respond to calls, assist with transfers, and uphold infection control and confidentiality standards while delivering compassionate, respectful care to patients and families across our facilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility).
• Measure and record vital signs and intake/output as assigned.
• Respond promptly to patient calls and requests for assistance.
• Assist with transfers, ambulation, and positioning using proper body mechanics.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized patient environment.
• Report changes in patient condition to licensed nursing staff promptly.
• Support nurses and clinical staff with routine care tasks.
• Follow infection control, safety, and confidentiality policies.
• Provide compassionate, respectful care to patients and families.

Job description

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under supervision. The role focuses on patient comfort, safety, and dignity by assisting with ADLs and supporting clinical operations in a hospital setting.

The Nursing Assistant will measure vital signs, respond to calls, assist with transfers, and uphold infection control and confidentiality standards while delivering compassionate, respectful care to patients and families across our facilities.