Nursing Assistant (NA), Elder Life Program

Job Title: Nursing Assistant

Location: WILLIAMSON STREET

Department Name: Elder Life Program

Req #: 0000264326

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $21.04 - $26.19 per hour

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

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) in the Elder Life program, you will perform interventions for identified elderly patients in the Hospital Acquired Delirium Prevention Program under the direct supervision of the program's Intervention Clinician (IC) or Staff RN. Orient patients and families to the program and perform appropriate intervention protocols of the Orientation Protocol, Therapeutic Activities Protocol, Early Mobilization and Sleep Enhancement Protocol.

As a Nursing Assistant (NA), a typical day may include:

• Implement intervention protocols as assigned by and under the direct supervision of the IC or staff RN.
• Perform regular evaluations of all patients to track progress, respond to patient care needs, and update care plan.
• Assisting in the monitoring and recording of all protocols and program outcome variables.
• Distribute and collect Patient Satisfaction Surveys at the direction of the IC.

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. Enjoy working with elderly people. Bilingual Spanish preferred. This position offers a Full-Time Evening schedule from 3:00pm to 11:00pm and includes every other weekend as well as some holidays.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement 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 ....and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare destination providing patient-centered facilities, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering best-in-class work experience for every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly have a unique impact on local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.