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LanceSoft

Travel ICU RN

Morristown, NJ · On-site

LanceSoft is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in ... Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Associates or Bachelor's Degree - Preferred About ...

American Traveler

Travel ICU RN

Morristown, NJ · On-site

Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 08/17/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks ... Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred * Epic EMR experience preferred Additional ...

American Traveler

Travel ICU RN

Morristown, NJ · On-site

Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 08/17/2026 * Duration: 14 weeks ... Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred * Epic EMR experience preferred * Must reside more than ...

HonorVet Technologies

Travel NICU RN

Morristown, NJ · On-site

Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Preferred) Facility Information * Facility: Morristown Medical Center * Department: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) * Address: 100 Madison Avenue ...

ARMStaffing

Travel ICU RN

Morristown, NJ · On-site

$2.1K - $2.9K/wk

Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 08/17/2026 * Duration: 14 weeks ... We accomplish this through our total dedication to our clients and field associates, our over 15 ...

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How much do unit associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for unit associate in Hackettstown, NJ is $20.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a unit associate?

Unit Associates are professionals who provide administrative and operational support within a specific department or unit of an organization, often in healthcare or business settings. Their duties typically include managing records, scheduling appointments, assisting staff and clients, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. Unit Associates play a vital role in maintaining organization and efficiency, enabling other team members to focus on their primary responsibilities. They may also handle communication between different departments and provide customer service as needed.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a unit associate?

To thrive as a Unit Associate, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent, often with experience in healthcare or administrative settings. Familiarity with hospital information systems, electronic medical records (EMRs), and office software is typically required. Excellent communication, teamwork, and multitasking abilities help Unit Associates manage patient information and support clinical staff efficiently. These skills and qualities are vital for ensuring smooth unit operations, accurate record-keeping, and effective coordination within healthcare teams.

What are some common challenges faced by unit associates and how can they be addressed?

Unit Associates often work in fast-paced healthcare environments where multitasking and prioritization are essential. Common challenges include managing simultaneous administrative tasks, supporting clinical staff, and handling patient inquiries efficiently. To address these challenges, successful Unit Associates develop strong organizational skills, maintain clear communication with team members, and proactively seek clarification when priorities shift. Building strong relationships within the team and staying adaptable can help ease transitions during busy periods.

What is the difference between Unit Associate vs Nursing Assistant?

AspectUnit AssociateNursing Assistant
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma or GED; certification often required
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, long-term care facilitiesHospitals, nursing homes, long-term care facilities
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare support roles in hospitals and clinicsDirect patient care in healthcare settings
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for support roles assisting nursesMore focused on patient care and basic nursing tasks

The main difference between a Unit Associate and a Nursing Assistant lies in their responsibilities and certifications. Unit Associates typically handle administrative and support tasks without direct patient care, while Nursing Assistants provide basic patient care and often require certification. Both roles are essential in healthcare settings, but Nursing Assistants have more direct interaction with patients.

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Infographic showing various Unit Associate job openings in Hackettstown, NJ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,540 per year, or $20.5 per hour.

Unit Associate I:Full Time, Atlantic Visiting Nurse, Morristown site

Atlantic Health System

Morristown, NJ • On-site

$15.50 - $20.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

Atlantic Health System rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 275 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

87th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Atlantic Health is seeking a dynamic and motivated individual, to join the energetic and innovative team of healthcare professionals in their Atlantic Visiting Nurse Division as a Full Time Unit Associate. Unit Representative are responsible for calling patients or family members to schedule Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapist appointments and contribute to a positive work environment as an active team member with a commitment to learning and skill development.


Principal Accountabilities:

  1. Scheduling Physical, Occupational, Speech Therapists
  2. Maintains and updates reports. Maintains regulatory compliance with notifying MD. 
  3. Assists in ordering supplies
  4. Manages communications with Manager, Assistive Manager, Unit Associates, Field Clinicians  
  5. Works in collaboration with all agency team members
  6. Manages various reports with appropriate follow up with Team Manager
  7. Manages high call volume and focus on patient experience and customer service
  8. Assists with management during staff meetings

At Atlantic Health, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 22,000 team members. Headquarters in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include:

  • Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ
  • Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ
  • Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ
  • Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ
  • Atlantic Health Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ
  • Atlantic Health Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ
  • Atlantic Health CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ
  • Atlantic Medical Group
  • Atlantic Visiting Nurse
  • Atlantic Mobile Health
  • Atlantic Rehabilitation

We have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group.

We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades:

  • Chosen for 17 years by Fortune as one of the magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For." 
  • Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook Named by Newsweek as two of the "World's Best Hospitals" in 2026.
  • Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook ranked within the top three hospitals in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report's 2025-2026 Best Hospital rankings. 
  • Atlantic Health scored four "A" grades by The Leapfrog Group in its Fall 2025 Hospital Safety Grades, performance measures reflecting errors, accidents, injuries and injections, as well as systems hospitals have in place to prevent harm. 
  • Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook are New Jersey's only hospitals to be named among America's 50 Best hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.
  • Named by Becker's Healthcare as one of the "165 Top Places to Work in Healthcare - 2026.
  • Atlantic Health Morristown, Atlantic Health Overlook, Atlantic Health Chilton and Atlantic Health Newton all Forbes Top Hospitals for 2026.
  • Named by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Inclusion & Diversity 2025.
  • Atlantic Health rated LEVEL 9 - 2025 CHIME Digital Health Most Wired. 
Our Home care and Hospice teams work with more than our patients, we work with their families, inside their homes and in their community. When you join our team, you also join theirs, bringing them your comfort, compassion, education, and expertise. We celebrate these close connections every day, by delivering the best comprehensive home care and hospice services possible.

Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:

Team Member Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
  • Life & AD&D Insurance.
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
  • PTO & Paid Sick Leave
  • Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
  • Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
  • Backup and On-Site Childcare
  • Well-Being Rewards
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
  • Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
  • Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance

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Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.

EEO STATEMENT

Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.
Atlantic Rehabilitation offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, audiology, wound care management and more. All of which are provided by a highly trained staff comprised of physiatrists; internists; physician assistants; nurse practitioners; rehabilitation nurses; physical, occupational, and recreational therapists; speech-language pathologists; social workers; psychologists; vocational rehabilitation counselors; dieticians; audiologists; and care managers.  

Required:

High School Diploma, Bachelor's degree preferred
Preferred:
Knowledge of and familiarity with EPIC 

Ability to identify clinical and environmental emergency/urgent situations and to follow established procedures. 

Highly effective interpersonal communication skills to interface with inter-professional staff, patients, and families.

Ability to use office equipment efficiently including computer proficiency

Ability to work in a team setting

Highly organized

Demonstrates excellent communicative and customer service skills

Ability to identify problems and seek the appropriate assistance to rectify them.

Ability to work with diverse group of colleagues and customers at all levels of the organization

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Atlantic Health System aims to deliver the highest quality, safety and care combined the best experience for our patients and their families. We are confident that you will find success within Atlantic Health System, which has been named for the 14th year in a row to Fortune's "Top 100 Best U.S. Companies to Work For" list. We believe you will find that our culture of collaboration and care exemplifies the value we place on our patients, their families and our employees.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Morristown, NJ, US

Year founded

1996

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