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Nursing Assistant (NA), Medical Unit-I
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A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.
$41,471 / year median in New Jersey
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Nursing Assistant (NA), Medical Unit-I RWJBarnabas Health vision insurance, paid time off, long term disability, tuition reimbursement United States, Jersey, Livingston 94 Old Short Hills Road (Show on map) Sep 07, 2026 Nursing Assistant (NA), Medical Unit-I
Req #: 0000263264
Category:
CNA /
Nurse Aide Status:
Full-Time Shift:
Evening Facility:
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center Department:
Medical Unit-I Pay Range:
$21.37 - $26.58 per hour
Location:
94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039
Job Title:
Nursing Assistant II Location:
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr Department Name:
Medical Unit-I Req #: 0000263264
Status:
Hourly Shift:
Evening Pay Range:
$21.37 - $26.58 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 Evening schedule from 3:00pm to 11:00pm and includes every other weekend as well as some holidays. At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health. Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health and Wellness Programs