Nursing Assistant, Per diem day, 7a-7p, Intensive care Unit, Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center

Atlantic Health System • Newton, NJ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant works alongside physicians and nurses to facilitate advanced primary and specialty nursing services. The role supports patients with activities including bathing, serving meals, transportation, administering medication, and positioning. The Nursing Assistant helps ensure a positive experience for patients and families through alertness, collaboration, teamwork, and a positive attitude.

This is a per diem day position in the Intensive Care Unit at Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center, with a stated shift of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0–3 years of experience as a Nursing Assistant, in patient care, or in another related field, with demonstrated increased responsibility in the healthcare industry.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Support nursing personnel in providing direct patient care and assist patients with daily activities.
• Serve and collect food trays and provide between-meal nourishment.
• Change bed linen, run errands, and prepare and sterilize treatment trays and supplies.
• Transport patients within the facility for consultations, treatments, tests, or examinations.
• Measure and record patients' vital signs, such as temperature or pulse, and provide basic treatment.
• Ensure a safe care environment for patients and their families.
• Perform continuous rounds and check-ins throughout the shift to ensure patient and family needs are met.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage for team members working 22.5 hours per week or above.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability, with options to supplement.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match and additional non-elective contribution.
• PTO and paid sick leave.
• Tuition assistance, advancement, and academic advising.
• Parental, adoption, and surrogacy leave.
• Backup and on-site childcare.
• Well-Being Rewards.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Fertility benefits and Healthy Pregnancy Program.
• Flexible spending and commuter accounts.
• Pet, home and auto, identity theft, and legal insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED