What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Elder Life Program position at RWJBarnabas Health?
Job Overview : The Certified Nursing Assistant supports the Elder Life Program by performing interventions for elderly patients under the supervision of the Intervention Clinician or Staff RN. This role involves orienting patients and families to the program, implementing intervention protocols, and ensuring adherence to therapeutic activities, early mobilization, and sleep enhancement guidelines. The assistant is responsible for evaluating patients to track progress, responding to patient care needs, and updating care plans accordingly. Additional responsibilities include monitoring and documenting intervention protocols and program outcomes, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care, and assisting in the distribution and collection of patient satisfaction surveys.Position Qualifications :
- High School Graduate required
- Certified Nursing Assistant required
- One (1) to three (3) years' patient care experience required
- Experience supporting elderly individuals preferred
- Bilingual Spanish desiredBenefits and Perks : At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Life & Accidental Death Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Care / Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Programs
- Voluntary Benefits
- Discounts through our partners, such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.Trinitas Regional Medical Center, an RWJBarnabas Health facility, was established in 2000 through the consolidation of Elizabeth General Medical Center and St. Elizabeth Hospital. Situated in Elizabeth, NJ, the hospital serves a population across Union County, offering comprehensive healthcare across two campuses. With 554 beds, Trinitas annually treats nearly 20,000 inpatients, 70,000 emergency patients and accommodates over 450,000 outpatient visits. Trinitas is recognized for excellence across 12 Centers of Excellence, ranging from cardiology to sleep medicine. Trinitas is a Catholic teaching hospital under the oversight of the Sisters of Charity of St. Elizabeth. Committed to God's healing mission, Trinitas prioritizes excellent, compassionate care, particularly for the poor and vulnerable, exemplified by its status as a leading Charity Care provider in the state.RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer Learn More
