Nursing Assistant, per diem 12-hour varied shift, Kahn 3-Medical SDU, Morristown Medical Center

Atlantic Health System; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. In this role, you will work closely with physicians and nurses to support patients in their daily activities, ensuring a safe and positive experience. Your responsibilities will include assisting with vital signs, serving meals, and facilitating transportation within the facility. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives while working in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about healthcare and patient support, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing direct patient care and assisting with daily activities.
• Knowledge of basic medical procedures and patient support.

Responsibilities

• Support nursing personnel in providing direct patient care.
• Serve food trays and assist with patient transportation.
• Measure and record patients' vital signs.

Skills

Patient Care

Collaboration

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Certification in Nursing Assistance

Job description

Responsible for working alongside physicians and nurses and facilitating advanced primary and specialty nursing services. Provides patients with support through activities including, but not limited to bathing services, serving meals, transportation, administering medication, and positioning. Ensures patients and families have a positive experience by exhibiting alertness, collaboration, teamwork, and a positive attitude.


Principal Accountabilities:

1. Supports nursing personnel in providing direct patient care and assists patients with daily activities.
2. Serves and collects food trays and provides between-meal nourishment.
3. Changes bed linen, runs errands and prepares and sterilizes treatment trays and supplies.
4. Transports patients within the facility for consultations, treatments, tests, or examinations.
5. Measures and records patients' vital signs such as temperature or pulse and provides basic treatment.
6. Ensures a safe care environment for the patients and their families.
7. Performs continuous rounds and check-ins throughout the shift to ensure patient and family needs are met.
8. Performs other related duties as assigned.