Nursing Assistant (NA), Medical Surgical Unit III

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

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant II for the Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center on the Medical Surgical Unit III. This night shift role supports RNs with hands-on patient care, vital signs, mobility, and daily needs, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for patients.

The ideal candidate will hold a High School Diploma or GED, have a current BLS certification, and either CNA experience or clinical exposure.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and valid American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Previous nursing assistant experience or clinical exposure from an accredited program preferred or CNA certificate.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and assist with bedside nursing care.
• Perform basic procedures (EKG, phlebotomy) as directed.
• Document patient information in electronic health records (EHR).
• Monitor patient health status and respond to changes.
• Apply infection control protocols to ensure safety.
• Communicate with patients, families, and care team.
• Provide patient care aligned with age-related needs.
• Support care plan from admission to discharge.

Skills

Vital signs

EKG

Phlebotomy

Infection control

BLS/CPR

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA certificate

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Job Title: Nursing Assistant II

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Medical Surgical Unit III

Req #: 0000262331

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $21.37- $26.58 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 patients' care
• Participating in collaboration of our patients' 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 Part-Time Nightschedule from 11:00am to 7:00amand includes every other weekend as well as some holidays.