Nurses Aide PT Nights

RWJBarnabas Health; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in Newark is seeking a Nurse Aide to join the Nursing Float Pool at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. This hourly role covers night shifts with a pay rate of $20.68 per hour in New Jersey, reflecting base compensation and the potential for shift differentials.

The candidate should hold a current American Heart Association BLS certification; nursing assistant experience or a CNA certificate is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• Previous nursing assistant experience or clinical experience from an accredited nursing program preferred.
• CNA certification may be required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and provide nursing care, including vital signs and bedside care.
• Monitor vital signs and document in the EHR while maintaining confidentiality.
• Observe and report changes to RNs and assist with care plans as needed.
• Maintain infection control and patient safety procedures.

Skills

BLS Certification

Nursing Assistant Experience

CNA Certificate

Clinical Nursing Experience

Education

CNA Certificate

Job description

Job Title: Nurses Aide

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Nursing Float Pool

Req #: 0000260107

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $20.68 - $20.68 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Nurse Aide – RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health, Nurse Aidesbecome part of a purpose driven environment where teamwork, belonging, and clinical excellence shape meaningful patient experiences. As a Nurse Aide, you will be a vital part of our collaborative nursing team, supporting Registered Nurses in providing hands-on care and helping create a safe, welcoming environment for patients. You'll assist with daily needs such as vital signs, mobility, and personal care, while helping RNs monitor conditions and carry out care plans. Your attention, empathy, and teamwork help restore comfort and dignity for every patient you serve and make our mission to improve lives a reality each day.

As a CNurse Aide , a typical day may include:

• Assisting patients with activities of daily living and providing nursing care to patients including taking vital signs, EKGS,performing phlebotomy, assisting with bedside care, i.e. bathing, mouth care, skin care.
• Monitor vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature to track patient health status
• Document patient information accurately in electronic health records (EHR) systems while maintaining strict confidentiality
• Implement infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff, adhering to facility policies
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers to coordinate care plans and address concerns
• Support emergency response efforts by applying Basic Life Support (BLS) skills such as CPR when needed in acute situations
• Providing patient care, based on physical, education, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients
• Providing for effective and safe patient outcomes through practice, judgment and critical actions
• Ongoing communication with patients and nursing colleagues regarding status of patient’s care
• Participating in collaboration of our patient's plan of care from admission to discharge to ensure safe transitioning

This role might be for you if:

• Thriving in a fast-paced environment energizes you, especially in providing hands on care to our most vulnerable in an impactful way
• Collaboration with nurses, doctors and therapists is important to your success as a team player
• Job satisfaction is derived from comforting those at the bedside
• Protection of patient safety is essential in your day-to-day work as is delivering exceptional care through compassion and professionalism

• Continuous learning and growth matter to you

To be considered for this Nurse Aide opportunity, you must have a current American Heart Association BLS certification. Previous nursing assistant experience or clinical experience from an accredited nursing program is preferred or a CNA certificate. This position offers a PT Mschedule from 11pm to 730a.m. and includes every other weekend as well as some holidays.