Cardiology Stepdown: Nursing Assistant I (Nights)

Duke Careers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Nursing Assistant I (NA I) role at Duke University Health System in Durham, NC supports the RN/LPN with direct patient care and unit coordination. The NA provides basic care, safety, and infection control while assisting with procedures, vital signs, and daily activities for acutely ill patients in the Cardiology Stepdown unit.

Regular, night-shift opportunities with potential for professional development and adherence to Duke's patient-centered care standards; pre-employment capacity

Qualifications

• Direct patient care and comfort measures as part of a patient care team.
• Vital signs measurement, basic nursing tasks, and documentation in records.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients, equipment and supplies for procedures and provide manual assistance as required.
• Record data for patient records and notify RN/LPN of changes in condition.
• Perform personal care tasks like bathing, feeding, transferring, and hygiene.
• Follow safety, infection control, and standard precautions in daily tasks.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Documentation

Safety protocols

Education

NA I certification

Job description

The Nursing Assistant I (NA I) role at Duke University Health System in Durham, NC supports the RN/LPN with direct patient care and unit coordination. The NA provides basic care, safety, and infection control while assisting with procedures, vital signs, and daily activities for acutely ill patients in the Cardiology Stepdown unit.

Regular, night-shift opportunities with potential for professional development and adherence to Duke's patient-centered care standards; pre-employment capacity