Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Long Term Care

Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant

Location: Mountainside (MTN)

Department Name: Long Term Care

Req #: 0000269539

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $21.04 - $26.19 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our Certified Nursing Assistants play an essential role in providing compassionate, hands-on care to children and young adults with complex medical, developmental, and rehabilitation needs. As a Certified Nursing Assistant in Pediatric Long-Term Care at Children's Specialized Hospital in Mountainside, you'll work alongside experienced nursing professionals to support patients with daily care needs while promoting comfort, dignity, and overall well-being. From assisting with personal care and responding to patient needs to maintaining a safe, organized, and nurturing environment, you'll contribute to a positive experience for patients and families. This opportunity allows you to build meaningful relationships with children and their caregivers while supporting a collaborative team dedicated to exceptional pediatric care.

As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), a typical day may include:

• Providing direct personal care to pediatric patients under the direction of licensed nursing professionals and in accordance with individualized care plans

• Assisting patients with daily care needs while promoting comfort, dignity, safety, and independence

• Responding promptly to patient call lights and providing timely assistance to patients throughout the unit

• Supporting bedside care activities and carrying over assigned patient care responsibilities in collaboration with the nursing team

• Recognizing and respecting the individual needs, preferences, and cultural backgrounds of patients and families

• Maintaining a comfortable, safe, and supportive care environment that promotes patient well-being and a positive family experience

• Assisting with unit organization, including restocking bedside supplies and ensuring patient care areas remain orderly and prepared

• Performing designated unit support duties, including replacing suction bottles and assisting with laundry when requested

• Answering telephone calls, relaying messages, and supporting effective communication among patients, families, and healthcare professionals

• Collaborating with nurses and other interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient needs are addressed efficiently and compassionately

• Demonstrating a strong customer service focus in interactions with patients, families, visitors, and colleagues

• Following established hospital policies, infection prevention practices, and patient safety standards while completing assigned responsibilities

This role might be for you if:

• Providing compassionate, hands-on care to children and young adults with complex healthcare needs is a meaningful part of your professional interests

• A patient-centered approach guides your interactions with children, families, and healthcare professionals

• Supporting patients with personal care needs while maintaining their comfort, dignity, and independence is a responsibility you value

• Strong observation and communication skills allow you to recognize patient needs and respond appropriately

• Working collaboratively with nurses and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals is one of your strengths

• Creating a welcoming, culturally sensitive, and supportive environment for patients and families is a priority

• Organization and attention to detail help you maintain a safe, clean, and well-prepared patient care environment

• Managing multiple responsibilities while responding promptly to patient requests comes naturally

• A positive attitude, professionalism, and commitment to customer service are reflected in your daily interactions

• Dependability, flexibility, and a willingness to support team members contribute to your approach to patient care

• Maintaining patient confidentiality, following established safety practices, and demonstrating respect for individual needs are important professional values

To be considered for this Certified Nursing Assistant opportunity, you must hold a current Certified Long-Term Care Facility Nursing Assistant certification and be listed on the New Jersey Nurse Aide Registry. American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider Certification is required. At least six months of nursing assistant or related patient care experience is preferred. Candidates must possess basic computer skills and demonstrate strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration abilities. The ideal candidate has knowledge of basic patient care practices, infection prevention, patient safety, and the importance of providing compassionate, culturally sensitive care in a pediatric long-term care environment. Candidates should be comfortable assisting with direct patient care, responding to patient needs, maintaining an organized care environment, and collaborating with licensed nursing professionals and interdisciplinary healthcare teams. The position requires the physical stamina to safely lift and move patients and objects weighing up to 35 pounds while working in a pediatric patient care setting. This is a part-time, day shift, hourly opportunity working 20 hours per week in the Pediatric Long-Term Care department at Children's Specialized Hospital in Mountainside, part of RWJBarnabas Health.