Nursing Assistant II – Patient Care & Vital Signs

RWJBarnabas Health; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant II for Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, on the Medical-Surgical Unit-VIII. This part-time day shift role supports registered nurses by providing hands-on patient care, including vital signs, basic nursing tasks, and patient comfort.

You will document patient information in the EHR, follow infection control protocols, and collaborate with the care team to ensure safe patient transitions from admission to discharge.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification is required.
• Previous nursing assistant experience or CNA program clinical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and monitor patient health status.
• Assist with activities of daily living and bedside care.
• Document patient information in the EHR accurately and confidentially.
• Perform phlebotomy and EKGs as trained.
• Support infection control and safety protocols.
• Assist with patient mobility and daily care activities.
• Collaborate with RNs to implement care plans and escalate concerns.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication skills

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma / GED

CNA certificate (preferred)

BLS certification

Tools

EHR systems

BLS CPR

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant II for Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, on the Medical-Surgical Unit-VIII. This part-time day shift role supports registered nurses by providing hands-on patient care, including vital signs, basic nursing tasks, and patient comfort.

You will document patient information in the EHR, follow infection control protocols, and collaborate with the care team to ensure safe patient transitions from admission to discharge.