Job Information
RWJBarnabas Health Unit Service Worker in Long Branch, New Jersey
Unit Service WorkerReq #:0000146732
Category:Service and Trade
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:Monmouth Medical Center
Department:Nursing RNC
Location:
Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740
Job Overview:
The Unit Service Worker will assume responsibility for maintaining an orderly, clean, well stocked and supplied unit environment, including patient care equipment. They will also participate in the transfer/transport of patients.
Qualifications:
Required:
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Must successfully complete MMC s relevant PCA/NA program
Preferred:
- 3-12 months previous employment in a service-oriented position preferred i.e., Health Care, Hotel Service, Customer Service
Scheduling Requirements:
Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm
Full Time
Essential Functions:
Answers call bells and obtains appropriate personnel to meet patient needs
Washes beds and mattresses, remakes beds after patient discharge as needed
Assumes responsibility for all courier trips including errands to pharmacy, medical records and other ancillary departments
Assumes responsibility for all patient discharges, transports and transfers
Carries out errands for the unit at the direction of the Registered Nurse
Cleans and maintains patient care equipment
Demonstrates knowledge of patient rooms and physical set up of the nursing unit
Distributes laundered articles and linen. Empty wastebaskets and replace with fresh liner
Maintains unit environment in compliance with regulatory requirements
Maintains utility and storage rooms in clean and orderly condition. Restocks supplies
Performs unit rounds to identify and report safety hazards
Provides and maintains a safe environment and performs proper surveillance for the prevention of falls
Records temperature logs for refrigerators daily
Removes patient items post discharge: soiled linens, equipment, etc. Cleans white boards. Replaces gloves in patient rooms. Prepares room for terminal cleaning by housekeeping. Facilitates process of room turnover
Reports any large soiled areas to housekeeping supervisor
Set up patient dietary trays
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!
Additional Information:
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