Nursing Assistant- Full Time, Nights, 7 PM - 7 AM, Nursing Resource, Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center
Atlantic Health System · Newton, New Jersey, US
The Nursing Assistant provides direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse. This role is essential in ensuring patient comfort, safety, and...
Job description
The Nursing Assistant provides direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse. This role is essential in ensuring patient comfort, safety, and dignity by assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring patient conditions, and supporting clinical operations. Requirements: - Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility - Measure and record vital signs, intake/output, and other observations as assigned - Respond promptly to patient calls and requests for assistance - Assist with patient transfers, ambulation, and positioning using proper body mechanics - Maintain a safe, clean, and organized patient environment - Report changes in patient condition to the licensed nursing staff in a timely manner - Support nurses and clinical staff with procedures and routine patient care tasks - Follow infection control, safety, and confidentiality policies at all times - Provide compassionate, respectful care to patients and families - High school diploma or equivalent - Basic Life Support (BLS) certification - Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English - Physical ability to perform job duties...