Nursing Assistant - Per Diem: Hands-On Patient Care

RWJBarnabas Health; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health - Rahway, NJ is seeking a Nursing Assistant (NA) to support the Same Day Surgery team. You will assist RNs with vital signs, basic patient care, and daily activities, helping ensure comfort and safety for patients during the Day shift.

Qualified candidates have a High School Diploma or GED and an American Heart Association BLS certification. Per Diem schedule from 7:00am to 3:30pm, including every other weekend and some holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• Nursing assistant experience or CNA program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities and basic nursing care.
• Take and monitor vital signs and related tasks.
• Document patient information in the EHR accurately and confidentially.
• Follow infection control protocols to ensure patient safety.
• Communicate with patients, families, and healthcare providers to coordinate care.

Skills

Vital signs

EKGs

Phlebotomy

Bedside care

Documentation

Infection control

BLS CPR

Teamwork

Patient safety

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health - Rahway, NJ is seeking a Nursing Assistant (NA) to support the Same Day Surgery team. You will assist RNs with vital signs, basic patient care, and daily activities, helping ensure comfort and safety for patients during the Day shift.

Qualified candidates have a High School Diploma or GED and an American Heart Association BLS certification. Per Diem schedule from 7:00am to 3:30pm, including every other weekend and some holidays.