Nursing Assistant - Renal Transplant - Full-Time, Evenings 3p-11p (Livingston, NJ)Req #:0000136507

　　Category:Nurses Aide

　　Status:Full-Time

　　Shift:Evening

　　Facility:Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

　　Department:Renal Transplant - 5700/5300

　　Location:

　　Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr, 94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039

　　JOB SUMMARY:

　　Provides basic, direct patient care, taking into account specific needs as related to patient s age. Assumes responsibility for care of patients and functions as a member of the health care team, taking direction and guidance from Registered Nurse. All care is provided in compliance with and according to department policy/procedure and Standards of Care.

　　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.

　　EDUCATION:

　　High School DiplomaREQUIREMENTS:

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

　　BLS certification through American Heart Association is required.

　　Ability to read, write and speak English.

　　Effective communication skills and basic math skills.

　　Successful completion of all Orientation Programs.

　　RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer