Trauma & Surgical Care Aide

Capital Health (US); Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Prescription Plan

Vision Plan

Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

Pension Plan

Disability Benefits

Vacation

Sick Time

Holiday

Job summary

Capital Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support direct patient care under RN supervision. This role performs daily activities and tasks to enable patient independence while adhering to safety protocols and documentation standards.

Your responsibilities include assisting with CPR, vital signs, and daily living activities, while collaborating with the care team to ensure coordinated, compassionate care. This position offers full-time hours and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Paid or practicum clinical experience preferred.
• AHA Heartsaver AED required or must obtain before end of orientation.

Responsibilities

• Assists with CPR under supervision of RN or Physician.
• Documents patient care activities and data accurately.
• Provides activities of daily living support (bathing, feeding, grooming).
• Reinforces discharge teaching and patient self-care activities.
• Performs clinical skills: vital signs, aseptic technique, non-invasive specimens, therapy, ostomy care, and documentation.
• Assists with admission, transfer or discharge of patients.
• Monitors patients for significant changes and communicates with the care team.

Skills

English proficiency

Verbal communication

Written communication

Bedside manners

Public relations

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Capital Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support direct patient care under RN supervision. This role performs daily activities and tasks to enable patient independence while adhering to safety protocols and documentation standards.

Your responsibilities include assisting with CPR, vital signs, and daily living activities, while collaborating with the care team to ensure coordinated, compassionate care. This position offers full-time hours and comprehensive benefits.