Nursing Assistant (NA) Critical Care (Part Time)

RWJBarnabas Health; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Support

FSAs

Wellness Programs

Volunteer Opportunities

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant (NA) for the Critical Care unit. This part-time night role at RWJ Rahway demands delivering direct patient care under RN supervision, with duties including vital signs, EKGs, labs, and patient transport.

The role emphasizes patient safety, teamwork, and compassionate care. Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, current BLS, and 1–2 years of CNA or related acute care experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• 1–2 years of CNA/Patient Care experience in acute care setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic, direct patient care to patients in critical care.
• Monitor vital signs and assist with EKGs and specimen collection.
• Support RN and healthcare team with patient-centred care and safety.

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Nursing Assistant (NA) Critical Care – Part Time

Req #: 0000269877

Category: CNA / Nurse Aide

Status: Part-Time

Shift: Night

Facility: RWJ Rahway

Department: Critical Care

Pay Range: $21.04 - $26.19 per hour

Location: 865 Stone Street, Rahway, NJ 07065

Job Title: Nursing Assistant

Location: RWJUH Rahway Hospital

Department Name: Critical Care

Req #: 0000269877

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $21.04 - $26.19 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.

At RWJBarnabas Health, Nursing Assistant become part of a purpose driven environment where teamwork, belonging, and clinical excellence shape meaningful patient experiences. As a Nursing Assistant you will provide basic, direct patient care, considering specific needs as related to patients age. Assumes responsibility for care of patients and functions as a member of the health care team, taking direction and guidance from Registered Nurse. All care is provided in compliance with and according to department policy/procedure and Standards of Care.

As a Nursing Assistant (NA), a typical day may include:

• Monitoring vital signs such as heart rate and blood pressure
• Perform EKG's
• Draw labs and collect specimens from patients
• Provide therapeutic groups and recreational activities to patients
• Assist in nonviolent crisis intervention
• Promotes and implements in conjunction with RN the concept of patient and family-centered care
• Observes and reports patient's responses to intervention/treatments
• Prepare the patient environment for admission or transfer from another area of hospital
• Greet and escorts newly admitted patients and families to patient room and orients to surroundings
• Assures that all patients always have appropriate identification bands on
• Prepares patient for meals, assists in feeding and/or feeds patient and reports food intake to RN

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 Nursing Assistant opportunity, you must have a High School Diploma / GED and a current American Heart Association BLS certification. 1-2 years of previous experience as Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Certified Medical Assistant or Nursing student with a grade point average of 3.0 or better with one year of clinical experience. Must have experience in an Acute Care setting or an Acute Care Rehabilitation Facility. Scheduling Requirements: Part‑time, nights. The schedule during the week will vary depending on department needs. Mandatory Orientation

Benefits and Perks

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market‑competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon ....and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare destination providing patient‑centered facilities, high‑quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering best‑in‑class work experience for every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high‑quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly have a unique impact on local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey‑whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer