Christian Health Care Center·Wyckoff, New Jersey
Provide routine nursing care and personal assistance to residents in specialized care areas including dementia and hospice. Monitor vital signs, document patient status, and support residents' daily living activities and rehabilitation goals.
High school education required. Valid Certified Nursing Assistant certification required.
Supports the medical/clinical needs of the resident by transporting and timely preparation for rehabilitation therapy, medical tests, and consultation/physician appointment. Collects timely and accurate specimens, vital signs, weights and measurements. Reports findings to nurse or other appropriate clinicians. Demonstrates receptiveness to new ideas, and responsiveness to constructive criticism. Contributes to the overall care, concern and comfort of all residents on the wings. Assist unit as deemed necessary. Appropriately encourages residents to participate in self-care of ADLs as part of their rehabilitation and/or maintenance of abilities. Assists in the maintenance and enhancement of the residents personal space and environment by making beds, maintaining room temperature, assuring personal preferences of stimulation are offered/supplied i.e.: music, radio, snoezlen, activity box. Assures all equipment, furnishings and space is clean and in good repair. Provides accurate and appropriate feedback, communication and evaluation to resident and family regarding care provided by CNAs. Refers clinical/medical questions to nurse or appropriate clinicians. Follows standard Precautions Guidelines for Infection Control. Reports any communicable or infectious disease to the shift Supervisor. Follows established isolation precautions and procedures. Provides personal care to residents with a focus on resident preferences in regard to how and when care is provided for meal assistance, feeding, washing, bathing, mouth care, dressing, hair care, nail care, shaving and bed/chair positioning. Follows the plan of care in handheld PDA assigned residents. Provides timely and accurate documentation. Helps to improve or maintain resident’s level of functioning and health status through proactive and timely assistance with bowel and bladder functions. Recording intake and output, ambulation, transfer, range of motion, use of assistive devices/splints. Appropriate use of restraints, per policy. Provides comfort to resident throughout the day with a focus on resident preferences, including regular repositioning in bed or chair, changes of clothes or bedding when soiled or wet and pain management through key times rounding and answering call bells within standard time. Checks and documents proper functioning and use of specialty mattress. Assures nurse call bell is always within reach and call bells are answered promptly. Observes and reports all unusual changes, occurrences, including physical or emotional status, functioning, behavior; including falls, skin breakdown, pressure wounds, complaints, grievances and clinical needs. Reviews and updates Personal Care Records. Supports the resident and family during transitions of admission, transfer or discharge including orientation and welcome to unit/room, packing/unpacking of personal belongings. (ESSENTIAL; DAILY) Encourages and assists resident in participation of activities and social programs, i.e.: parties, church services, outdoor programs, snoezlen. Regularly uses resident activity boxes. Offers timely and regular transport to activities. Demonstrates consistent reliability/dependability through attendance and punctuality. Adheres to Christian Health’s Code of Ethical and Legal Behavior, including completion of specific training and educational programs as deemed necessary for the position. Cooperates and contributes to company initiatives as deemed appropriate for increased patient satisfaction. Carries out QAPI roles and responsibilities as assigned in an effort to improve processes involved in health care delivery and resident quality of life. Follows established policies and procedures in support of CH QAPI efforts to ensure high quality care. Christian Health offers a wide variety of benefits to full-time employees that includes: Discounted health insurance Dental Program Paid Vacation, Personal days, Holidays and New Jersey Sick leave 401k plan for all employees who are 21 years old or older Group Life Insurance & Voluntary Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Flexible Benefit plan Employee Assistance Program Direct Deposit Credit Union Child Day Care Center on campus Gift shop on campus Free onsite parking on campus Free meals for all employees Pay differentials Exclusive employee discounts and special offers Access to earned wages prior to payday QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS Demonstrates compliance with the CH ASPIRE Standards of Performance.
Six (6) months Nursing Assistant experience preferred. Must be a graduate of an approved Nurses' Aide Training Program, or be eligible to enter such a program, graduate and pass a state approved competency evaluation within 120 days from the date of employment. Must be a minimum of eighteen years of age. If you are interested in this great opportunity, please apply today on our website listed below. https://christianhealthnj.org/careers Min USD $20.00/Hr. Max USD $23.00/Hr.
Requires a high school diploma and a valid Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification. Six months of experience is preferred, and candidates must be at least 18 years old.
Market context
New Jersey nursing jobs typically see steady demand across hospitals, long-term care, and outpatient settings, with new graduate nurses often eligible to apply. Competition can be strong because employers look for accredited nursing education, licensure readiness, and flexibility around shifts, while benefits such as tuition reimbursement, sign-on bonuses, and retirement plans can make offers more attractive. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credential status and highlight any clinical rotations or patient-care experience in your application.
