Nursing Assistant (NA), Post Intensive Care Unit-II

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

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health's Nursing Assistant role at RWJUH Rahway Hospital supports the care team in the Post Intensive Care Unit-II. The NA assists with vital signs, daily living activities, and essential nursing tasks under the supervision of RNs, ensuring patient comfort and safety.

The role emphasizes teamwork, infection control, and accurate documentation in the electronic health record, while providing compassionate, patient-centered care consistent with established care plans.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• BLS certification required; CNA certification preferred.
• Experience with phlebotomy, EKGs, and nursing assistant duties is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and assist with bedside care.
• Perform phlebotomy and EKGs as needed.
• Document patient information in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Follow infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment.
• Communicate with patients, families, and providers to coordinate care.
• Provide Basic Life Support (BLS) during emergencies.
• Support the plan of care from admission to discharge.

Skills

Vital signs

EKG

Phlebotomy

BLS/CPR

Infection control

Documentation in EHR

Communication

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS certification

CNA certification preferred

Job description

Job Title: Nursing Assistant

Location: RWJUH Rahway Hospital

Department Name: Post Intensive Care Unit-II

Req #: 0000263791

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 Eveningschedule from 3:00pm to 11:00pmand includes every other weekend as well as some holidays.