Transporter/Aide, Patient Transport

Transporter/Aide, Patient TransportReq #:0000156886

Category:Transport

Status:Full-Time

Shift:Night

Facility:Trinitas Regional Medical Center

Department:Patient Transport

Location:

WILLIAMSON STREET, 235 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Job Overview:

As a Transporter/Sitter, you are an integral part of the patient care team. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the transporter/ sitter sits with patients to provide a safe environment for individuals who need constant observation. The sitter will provide basic care needed for activities of daily living and diversionary activities.

Qualifications:

Required:

High School Diploma or GED

BLS Certification through American Heart Association only

Certifications and Licenses:

BLS certification through American Heart Association

Scheduling Requirements:

Nights 11:00PM - 7:30AM

Schedule during the week will vary depending on department needs

Full-Time (37.5 hrs)

Mandatory Orientation

Essential Functions:

Responding to call lights

Transporting patients

Making beds and stretchers

Cleaning rooms

Participation in patient related activities

Maintaining therapeutic communication with patients including the supervision of patient interaction with family members

Provides supportive intervention as required

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits 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 (e.g., Pet Insurance)

Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a 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.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer