Nursing Assistant (NA) - FT, Days

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation; Chester (NJ); On-site; USD 28,929 - 35,252; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Comprehensive medical, vision, dental and RX plans

Company‑matching 401(k) retirement plan

Paid RN scholarship program

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Chester, NJ is seeking a full-time Nursing Assistant to provide personal and daily care to patients. Responsibilities include obtaining vital signs, assisting with hygiene, and transporting patients. Candidates must have a high school diploma and are preferred to have hospital experience. This entry-level position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including a generous PTO and a 100% paid RN scholarship program.

Qualifications

• Certified BLS or completion within first 90 days of employment.
• Hospital experience and certification as a nursing assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs, weight, and demographic data.
• Assist patients with personal care including bathing and hygiene.
• Transport patients safely to designated areas.

Skills

Patient care assistance

Vital signs monitoring

Mobility assistance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Nursing Assistant (NA)

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation

Location: Chester, NJ

Schedule: Full-time 12 Hour Days 7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. (Includes weekday & rotating weekend shifts)

Compensation: $21.00 – $25.59 hourly (based on experience) + shift differential

Salary & Benefits:

• Extensive orientation program for smooth transition
• Generous PTO
• Comprehensive medical, vision, dental and RX plans
• 100% paid RN scholarship program
• Company‑matching 401(k) retirement plan, life and disability protection
• Over 44,000 committed staff

Responsibilities:

• Obtaining vital signs, height, weight and demographic data.
• Assisting patients with personal and daily care: bathing, oral hygiene, shaving, hair care.
• Delivering meals and snacks, feeding patients who cannot feed themselves, documenting oral intake including supplements.
• Turning and positioning immobile patients safely while maintaining proper body alignment; participating in mobility program.
• Answering patient call lights and performing services that add to the physical well‑being of the patient.
• Transportation of patients to designated areas, e.g., to/from treatment centers.

Minimum Requirements:

• Certified BLS or completion within first 90 days of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Hospital experience and certification as a nursing assistant.

Seniority Level: Entry level

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care