Mental Health Assistant — Compassionate Care & Growth

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center in Paramus, NJ is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to join a collaborative healthcare team. The role focuses on patient care, daily living activities, and supporting licensed nursing staff in a high-quality care environment.

The position emphasizes infection control, safety, and effective communication with nurses, patients, and families, along with adherence to hospital policies and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Heartsaver/CPR Certification required.
• Must pass Nursing Attendant test administered by BMC.
• Strong administrative skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Must be computer literate.
• Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient care and daily living activities.
• Takes and records TPR and reports deviations to nurse.
• Assists in patient transport and unit housekeeping.
• Prepares bedside units for new admissions.
• Ensures safety and infection control standards.

Job description

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center in Paramus, NJ is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to join a collaborative healthcare team. The role focuses on patient care, daily living activities, and supporting licensed nursing staff in a high-quality care environment.

The position emphasizes infection control, safety, and effective communication with nurses, patients, and families, along with adherence to hospital policies and quality standards.