Mental Health Care Assistant — CPR Certified

Care Plus Bergen, Inc.; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous time off policy

Tuition reimbursement and continuing教育

Job summary

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center in Paramus, NJ is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to join our on-site nursing team. You will contribute to patient care, comfort, and safety while supporting the care plan and documentation requirements.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and coordinating with the Registered Nurse to maintain a calm and safe environment for patients and families.

Qualifications

• Nursing Assistant credentials and CPR certification required.
• Pass Nursing Attendant test administered by BMC.
• Strong regulatory knowledge for OPS.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• English language proficiency as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care with developmentally appropriate methods.
• Take and record TPR; report deviations to nurse.
• Assist with ADLs, including bathing, dressing, and meals.
• Obtain specimens as assigned.
• Maintain infection control and safety standards.
• Assist with patient management, including de-escalation.
• Prepare bedside unit for admissions and transport patients.
• Communicate with nurses and care team.
• Monitor unit activities and safeguard against contraband.

Skills

Heartsaver/CPR Certification

Technical patient care skills

Nursing Attendant test (BMC)

Regulatory knowledge OPS

Organizational skills

Oral & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer literate

English proficiency

Education

Nurse’s Aide training

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center in Paramus, NJ is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to join our on-site nursing team. You will contribute to patient care, comfort, and safety while supporting the care plan and documentation requirements.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and coordinating with the Registered Nurse to maintain a calm and safe environment for patients and families.