CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT LONG TERM CARE UNIT 6-3 FULL-TIME NIGHT

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center !**

We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a Certified Nursing Assistant .

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT FOR LONG TERM CARE UNIT 6-3 FULL-TIME NIGHTS 24934

Job Duties

Patient care responsibilities are delivered with a knowledge of patient growth and development and are appropriate to the ages of the patients served.
Takes and records TPR, blood pressure and reports deviations from normal to Primary or Charge Nurse.
Obtains specimens as assigned (e.g., urine, stool, sputum).
Weighs patient and records weight.
Assists patient with activities of daily living including skin care (e.g., bathes, dress, helps patient ambulate).
Records oral intake and urinary output.
Performs assigned treatments (e.g., changes simple dressings).
Communicates effectively with Charge Nurse/Primary Nurse regarding patients’ needs and requests.
Orients patient to environment and develops rapport with patients, family and significant others.
Keeps patient unit and non-patient unit clean (e.g., wipes tables, arranges storage rooms, pantries and other areas).
Prepares bedside unit for new admissions (e.g., stocks with bedpan, tissues, water, cups).
Applies principles of infection control and safety in the work environment.
Reports significant unit problems to charge nurse.
Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Assesses gaps in policies and procedures, and create necessary policies and procedures to fulfill these gaps.
Customer Service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations.
Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct.
Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.

Other Duties
Effectively utilizes the hospital computer system as it pertains to job responsibilities and in accordance with hospital policy.
Participates in orientation of certified nursing assistants.
Participates in unit committees and in CQI activities as assigned.
Assists other personnel as necessary.
Performs other related duties as required.

Position Qualifications
One year of experience as a Nurse's Aide preferred.
Technical skills required for patient care.
Good oral communication skills.
Good interpersonal skills.
Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.

Education
Successful completion of an approved Nurse’s Aide training course required.
Heart Saver- American Heart Assocation required

Job Setting/Physical Demands

All patient care areas; contact with patients, visitors, staff.
Frequent prolonged standing/walking.
Lifts, positions, pushes, and/or transfers patients.
Protective clothing worn: face shield, gloves, impermeable gown, and particulate respirator.

Salary commensurate with experience within posted range.

BASED ON EXP $24.00-$26.75/ DIFFERENTIALS EVE/NIGHT WEEKEND $1.00

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans. We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays. Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Certification or better in Certified Nursing Assistant.

Experience

Required

1 year:

Experience as a certified nurse aide in Long Term Care

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Certified Nursing Attendant

*Heart Saver

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, a clinical affiliate of Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences, is a 1,070 bed hospital located at 230 East Ridgewood Avenue in Paramus, NJ. Founded in 1916 to treat patients with contagious diseases, the medical center has grown to become both the largest hospital and licensed nursing home in New Jersey and the fourth-largest publicly-owned hospital in the nation.

A safety net facility, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, renamed in October 2017, provides high-quality comprehensive services including long term care, behavioral health care, substance abuse treatment, and acute care to the greater Bergen County community. The medical center, including its Long Term Care Division, is fully accredited by The Joint Commission. With 323 behavioral health beds and 84 medical detox beds, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is one of the largest medical facilities providing a continuum of care for those in need of behavioral health and/or substance abuse treatment.

Please apply on our website:

Company Description

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, a clinical affiliate of Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences, is a 1,070 bed hospital located at 230 East Ridgewood Avenue in Paramus, NJ. Founded in 1916 to treat patients with contagious diseases, the medical center has grown to become both the largest hospital and licensed nursing home in New Jersey and the fourth-largest publicly-owned hospital in the nation. \r\n\r\nA safety net facility, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, renamed in October 2017, provides high-quality comprehensive services including long term care, behavioral health care, substance abuse treatment, and acute care to the greater Bergen County community. The medical center, including its Long Term Care Division, is fully accredited by The Joint Commission. With 323 behavioral health beds and 84 medical detox beds, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is one of the largest medical facilities providing a continuum of care for those in need of behavioral health and/or substance abuse treatment.\r\n\r\nPlease apply on our website: