Nursing Assistant (NA) - Per Diem/PRN

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation; Saddle Brook (NJ); On-site; USD 26,708 - 38,038; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Start Strong Orientation program

Opportunity for Advancement

Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

A healthcare rehabilitation provider is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide compassionate care to patients. Responsibilities include assisting with daily care and transporting patients. Certified BLS is required, and hospital experience is preferred. The position offers flexible per diem shifts with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Obtaining vital signs, height, weight, and demographic data.
• Assisting patients with personal and daily care.
• Delivering meals and documenting oral intake.
• Turning and positioning immobile patients safely.
• Answering patient call lights and providing assistance.
• Transporting patients to various treatment areas.

Skills

BLS Certification

Patient Care

Mobility Assistance

Communication Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Nursing Assistant (NA)

Location

300 Market St, Saddle Brook, NJ 07663

Schedule

Per Diem (PRN), 7AM-730PM (Days) OR 7PM-730AM (Nights) (Includes Weekday & Weekend Shifts)

Compensation

$23.50/Hour + Shift Differential

About Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation

Our inpatient rehabilitation hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas.

Career Growth & Well‑being

We support your career growth and personal well‑being.

Benefits

• Start Strong Orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full‑time opportunities.
• Company‑matching 401(k) retirement plan (eligible for part‑time or Per Diem staff who reach 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year).
• Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Obtaining vital signs, height, weight, and demographic data.
• Assisting patients with personal and daily care such as bathing (bed bath, chair at sink, tub and shower), oral hygiene, shaving, and hair care.
• Delivering meals and snacks, feeding patients who are unable to feed themselves and 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 the patients to designated areas, such as to and from various treatment centers.

Minimum Requirements

• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Per Diem Requirement

Four (4) shifts per 6‑week schedule. One Saturday or Sunday, one winter/summer holiday.