What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursing Assistant (NA) - Per Diem/PRN position at Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation - West (West Orange)?
Overview
Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation | Select Medical
1199 Pleasant Valley way West Orange NJ 07052
Acute Rehab - Inpatient Rehab
Nursing Assistant
Shift Hours: Per Diem/PRN, 7:00AM - 7:30PM OR 7:00PM - 7:30AM
(This includes weekday and weekend shifts)
Benefits of becoming a NA with us:
- Start Pay: $23/hr
- Shift Differential!
- Flexible scheduling with rotating weekends
- Manageable case loads
- Team-oriented and collaborative culture
- A high percentage of patients being discharged home to their families
- A network of over 50K employees nationwide with advancement and relocation opportunities
Responsibilities
Nursing Assistants work collaboratively with our nursing and therapy teams and assist patients in their rehabilitation process. Our Nursing Assistants encourage and support patients through the recovery process and gently guide them to reach their goals.
- Obtain vital signs,
- Assist patients with daily activities
- Promptly answering call lights
- Report any issues or progress observed
- Reinforce rehab techniques as assigned by the therapy team.
Qualifications
Preferred qualifications:
- Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
- BLS
- Hospital experience
Per Diem Requirement: Three shifts per 6-week schedule. One Saturday or Sunday, one minor holiday/ major holiday.
Additional Data
APPLY TODAY!
Select Medical is an organization that is passionate about safety for our patients and our team members. The Inpatient Rehabilitation Division conducts post-offer employment testing (POET) for a number of job titles including, but not limited to:
- Rehabilitation Assistant/Nursing Assistant
- Nurse
- Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy
- Environmental Services
- Food and Nutrition Services
Post offer employment testing (POETs) are completed as part of the onboarding process - to be completed before an employee's first day of work.
**Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
Salary : $23
