Job Description

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), you will play a crucial role in providing compassionate and high-quality healthcare services to patients and residents in various healthcare settings. CNAs work under the supervision of licensed nurses, assisting with daily living activities, ensuring patients' comfort, and maintaining a safe and clean environment. Your dedication and expertise will contribute to the overall well-being and recovery of individuals in need of medical care.

Matheny is a special hospital for children and adults with medically complex developmental disabilities. Matheny’s mission is to provide exceptional care and an optimal quality of life for children and adults with special needs and medically complex developmental disabilities. Founded by Walter and Marquerite Matheny in 1951, the Matheny of today is a pioneer in providing fully integrated, personalized care and education that respects each person's dignity and encourages their highest potential. At Matheny, we focus on abilities in a warm and nurturing environment.

Our fully-accredited non-profit private school combines traditional academics with therapeutic intervention and pre-vocational skill development. Our Adult Services Program includes five licensed community residences/group homes and two adult learning centers. Staffed by experienced therapists and instructors, the program supports adult patients as they attain their highest level of functioning and integration into the community. Matheny's Arts Access program empowers individuals with disabilities to create art without boundaries. Through the use of innovative communication systems, the artists have complete freedom to explore a world that is defined only by their unlimited creativity and unique self-expression.

Matheny Medical and Educational Center has a career opportunity available for a Full Time Certified Nuring Assistant for 11pm-7am shift, Sunday-Thursday.

Desired Qualities of a Certified Nursing Assistant:

• Respect
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Compassion

Incentives for joining the Matheny team:

• Paid Training
• Staff Appreciation events
• Health and Wellness fairs
• Employee Recognition Awards
• Diversity events
• Employee Referral Bonuses

Enriching Lives. Growing Abilities

Duties of this positon include:

• Participates in appropriate staff meetings, as required, as well as professional growth opportunities.
• Respects basic human rights, dignity and confidentiality of persons served as well as property belonging to others.
• Participates in departmental and interdisciplinary performance improvement initiatives as appropriate.
• Attends all required staff in-services.
• Maintains a clean and safe working environment for all concerned.
• Effectively communicates with department head, co-workers, persons served, their families, and outside agency personnel as appropriate.
• Commits time necessary to the job to ensure appropriate staffing and completion of duties and responsibilities.
• Effectively manages time at work.
• Complies with Employee Health requirements.
• Complies with Matheny policies, procedures, standards of performance and Code of Conduct.
• Approved background check required from all appropriate government agencies.
• New Jersey Department of Education background check clearance or emergent hire approval required, if applicable.
• Assists co-workers in the event absences create staff shortages or during emergency staffing situations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Matheny offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes medical/dental, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, tax deferred retirement plan, and generous paid time off.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

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High school diploma or equivalent required.

Compassion and Empathy: Display genuine care and empathy towards patients, making their well-being a top priority.

Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

Physical Endurance: Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting and assisting patients with mobility.

Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing situations and work in different healthcare settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.

Ethics and Professionalism: Uphold ethical standards and maintain a professional demeanor while respecting patient confidentiality.

Multitasking: Capability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and prioritize patient care responsibilities.

Licensure/Certification:

Possess a valid state-issued Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certificate, demonstrating successful completion of an approved CNA training program.

Possession of a valid CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) certification is required.

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