Nurses Aide (NA), PICU V (Stepdown) Unit

Job Overview

The Nurse Aide II under the direction of the Nurse Manager performs a variety of basic patient care activities and related procedures in caring for the needs of the patients. He/she assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• BLS Certification through American Heart Association
• Excellent verbal communication, interpersonal and demonstrated writing skills
• Proven track record of compassionate care & superior service and a commitment to providing healthcare excellence

Preferred

• At least one (1) year experience as a phlebotomist or EKG Technician with health care background
• Current enrollment in health care training program as C.N.A. or PCT preferred
• College degree preferred

Scheduling Requirements

• Nights: 11:00PM - 7:00AM
• Every other weekend, schedule during the week will vary depending on department needs
• Part-Time: 15 hrs

Essential Functions

• Takes and records temperature, pulse, respiration, B/P, height/weight and intake/output measurements accurately
• Reports findings outside of normal range to RN
• Provides assistance with ADL’s to assigned patients
• Provides assistance with the nutritional needs of patients, including feeding, mealtime assistance/set-up, supplying fluids, and delivering supplemental snacks
• Lifts, moves, turns, and transports patients out of bed, chair, stretcher, wheelchair, portable mechanical lift, etc., maintaining proper body mechanics
• Performs laboratory procedures as noted: venipuncture, EKG, GTT, blood culture, urine collection procedures and other laboratory procedures as directed by the Registered Nurse
• Demonstrates the 4’C’s of Commitment, Compassion, Competence, and Communication

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits And Perks

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retail Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer