Nursing Jobs in South Plainfield, NJ

Nursing Assistant- Behavioral Health (Adult ICU)

Overview At Saint Clare's Health, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Saint Clare's Health is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team! Saint Clare's Health includes CMS 5-Star Rated hospitals and is an award-winning provider of safe, high quality, compassionate care, serving the communities of Morris, Warren and Sussex counties. Its network of hospitals and healthcare facilities include Denville Hospital, Dover Hospital, Behavioral Health Centers in Boonton, Denville, and Parsippany, and an Imaging Center in Parsippany, among other satellite locations. The hospitals have received multiple quality awards including Leapfrog “A” ratings for patient safety; Healthgrades recognition for orthopedic surgery, treatment of stroke, heart care, various surgical procedures, and more. For information, visit www.saintclares.com. Responsibilities The Nursing Assistant in the Behavioral Health Unit is an unlicensed, non-certified assistive personnel who supports patient care by performing a variety of basic nursing duties under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. This role is responsible for assisting patients with activities of daily living, providing basic nursing care to non-critical patients, and maintaining a clean, safe, and therapeutic environment in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures. Assists patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, grooming, mobility, nutrition, and elimination needs. Provides support and comfort to patients, promoting emotional well-being and maintaining a therapeutic milieu. Observes and reports changes in patient condition or behavior promptly to the Registered Nurse. Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff in accordance with behavioral health protocols. Supports nursing staff with basic patient care procedures and unit operations. Assists with the admission, transfer, and discharge of patients as directed. Ensures patient rooms and common areas are clean, organized, and free of safety hazards. Participates in team communication, unit meetings, and ongoing training as required. Qualifications EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING 1. Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, preferred. 2. Current BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain current. 3. Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology. 4. Minimum six months of previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician's office preferred.#LI-TA1 Pay Transparency Saint Clare's Health offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $19.00. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure. Employment Status Per Diem Shift Nights Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf