Nursing Assistant (NA), Elder Life Program

RWJBarnabas Health; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Short & Long Term disability

Life & AD&D insurance

Tuition reimbursement

FSAs

Wellness programs

Voluntary benefits

Partner discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant (NA) for the Elder Life Program at Trinitas Regional Medical Center in Elizabeth, NJ. The role supports RNs with patient care, vital signs, mobility and daily activities, in a fast-paced environment.

The position offers an evening shift from 3:00pm to 11:00pm, full-time status, and requires High School Diploma/GED with current BLS certification; CNA certification preferred. Benefits and team-based care are highlighted in the description.

Qualifications

• Assist with daily living activities and nursing care including vital signs and bedside care.
• Monitor vital signs and document in EHR.
• Maintain infection control and safety protocols.
• Communicate with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Support RNs and monitor patient conditions per care plans.
• Provide BLS when needed in acute situations.
• Participate in collaboration of patient care plans from admission to discharge.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities and nursing care including vital signs and bedside care.
• Monitor vital signs and document in EHR.
• Maintain infection control protocols to ensure patient safety.
• Communicate with patients, families, and healthcare providers to coordinate care.
• Support RNs in executing care plans and assessing patient needs.

Skills

Vital signs

EKG

Phlebotomy

Bedside care

Nursing care

BLS CPR

Education

High School Diploma / GED

CNA certificate (preferred)

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Nursing Assistant (NA), Elder Life Program

Req #: 0000264326

Category: CNA / Nurse Aide

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Evening

Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center

Department: Elder Life Program

Pay Range: $21.04 - $26.19 per hour

Location: 225 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Job Title: Nursing Assistant

Location: WILLIAMSON STREET

Department Name: Elder Life Program

Req #: 0000264326

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $21.04 - $26.19 per hour

Nursing Assistant (NA) - RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health, Nursing Assistants become part of a purpose driven environment where teamwork, belonging, and clinical excellence shape meaningful patient experiences. As a Nursing Assistant (NA), 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 Nursing Assistant (NA), 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 NA opportunity, you must have a High School Diploma / GED and 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 Full‑Time Evening schedule from 3:00pm to 11:00pm and includes every other weekend as well as some holidays.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market‑competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer