Cardiology Stepdown Care Assistant - Hands-On Support

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Duke Health, affiliated with Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC, seeks a Nursing Assistant to provide patient care in collaboration with RNs and LPNs. You will prepare patients and supplies, assist with procedures, and participate in care documentation and safety protocols.

The role emphasizes bedside care, teaching reinforcement, and adherence to infection control and policies, with opportunities for professional development and safe patient handling.

Qualifications

• Currently listed as a Nursing Assistant I (NA I) with the NC DHHS Division of Health Service Regulation, with no substantiated findings of abuse, fraud, neglect or misappropriation of property.
• BCLS certification must be maintained/completed by the end of new hire orientation, which typically takes place during the first week of employment.
• Pre-employment Physical Capacity Testing may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients, equipment and supplies for specific procedures and provide manual assistance as required.
• Obtain and record patient data for medical records noting and informing RN/LPN of information collected.
• Administer treatment and personal care procedures to patients including feeding, bathing, and assistance with ambulation.
• Turn and position patients, set up and feed patients, and provide fresh drinking water.

Education

N.C. Nursing Assistant I certification

BCLS certification

Job description

Duke Health, affiliated with Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC, seeks a Nursing Assistant to provide patient care in collaboration with RNs and LPNs. You will prepare patients and supplies, assist with procedures, and participate in care documentation and safety protocols.

The role emphasizes bedside care, teaching reinforcement, and adherence to infection control and policies, with opportunities for professional development and safe patient handling.