Nurse Aide Progressive Care

Corewell Health; Trenton (NJ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Corewell Health is seeking caring individuals for a nursing assistant role at Trenton Hospital. This position focuses on assisting patients in a 30-bed progressive care unit, which includes responsibilities such as direct patient support, maintaining care environment standards, and effective communication with the healthcare team. Candidates should have a high school diploma and ideally hold a CNA certification, with the added benefit of a generous sign-on bonus. Join a Magnet-designated facility known for its commitment to patient care excellence and comprehensive nurse support.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program

Discounts on various services

Optional identity theft protection

Retirement options with matching

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or Equivalent is required.
• American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS required by orientation completion.
• Previous hospital or nursing home experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed nursing staff in providing direct patient care.
• Maintain an orderly unit environment and manage supplies.
• Facilitate patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

CNA Certification

Job description

Corewell Health is offering up to $1500 as a sign on bonus for this opportunity for new hires!

About the unit

PCU is a 30-bed unit divided into two wings. All beds are private and have telemetry capability. The unit admits patients aged 15 through end of life. PCU is the stroke designated unit for new stroke and post tPA patients. The unit also has a neurology and pulmonary focus. ACLS certification is required within 6 months of employment. ACLS certified nurse’s care for overflow medical/surgical/traumatic conditions with low to mild probability for complications/instability and who require non-invasive assessment/interventions every two to eight hours, as well as hospice and end of life care.

About Trenton Hospital

This Magnet-designated facility provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for its patients and is one of four recipients of the Truven Health Advantage Award in the category of Health and Clinical Outcomes. It is home to nine university affiliated residency programs. Here, you will find a Level II trauma center that is a nationally recognized heart, vascular and pulmonary specialties along with other specialties like orthopedics, neurosurgery, and women’s health.

Scope of work

Assists licensed nursing staff in providing direct patient care and helps in the environmental maintenance of the nursing unit under the direction of the Registered Nurse and within the scope of defined practice. Provides for personal care and safety needs of patients promptly under the supervision of licensed nursing staff including specific procedures and patient testing addressed in the patient plan of care. Maintains an orderly unit environment with sufficient supplies and equipment in order to facilitate staff performance of patient care. Contributes to effective communication as it related to the provision of patient care and the efficient operation needs of the unit. Facilitates the admission, discharge and transfer of patients on and off unit in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Range of Pay

Range of pay between $17.31 and $20.84, based on experience.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or Equivalent, Required

• American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), Required by completion of orientation.

• Previous hospital or nursing home experience, Preferred

• Current CNA certification, Preferred

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!

• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Trenton Hospital - 5450 Fort St - Trenton

Department Name

Nursing Progressive Care Medicine - Trenton

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

36

Hours of Work

6:30 p.m. - 7 a.m.

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Every other weekend

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