Nursing Assistant (NA), Medical-Surgical Unit-II

at  RWJBarnabas Health

Req #: 0000172642
Category: Nurses Aide
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
Department: Medical-Surgical Unit -II

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• High School Diploma
• BLS Certification through American Heart Association only
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Effective communication skills and basic math skills
• Successful completion of all Orientation Programs

Preferred:

• Previous Nursing Assistant experience and/or successful completion of two Registered Nurse accredited clinical courses and/or completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant program

SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS:

• Days 7:00AM - 3:00PM
• Every other weekend required, schedule during the week will vary depending on department needs
• Full-Time (37.5 hrs)
• Mandatory Orientation

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Participates in assessment of patient needs and communication with the health care team
• Participates in staff, patient and/or family education to a degree consistent with personal knowledge base
• Participates in unit Quality Improvement activities
• Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient s age specific needs and provide age specific treatment and care

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.