Certified Nursing Assistant - Cancer Center 3-2 GI/Thoracic Durham, NC

Duke University Health System; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to join their dedicated healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide direct patient care, assist physicians during examinations, and ensure a smooth experience for patients. Your responsibilities will include greeting patients, scheduling appointments, and documenting vital signs. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients while working in a highly respected healthcare environment. If you are passionate about patient care and have the required qualifications, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Magnet Organization Designation

Recognition as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses

Qualifications

• Completion of Nurse Aide education program or competency test is required.
• Good customer service and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including greeting patients and scheduling appointments.
• Take medical histories, record vital signs, and assist during examinations.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Communication Skills

Ability to Follow Instructions

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Completion of Level I - Nurse Aide Program

Tools

BCLS Certification

Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States and is the number one hospital in North Carolina, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms, as well as comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

Duke Nursing Highlights:

• Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organization.
• Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses.
• Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification.
• Duke University Health System has 6000 + registered nurses.
• Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle!
• Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility).

Occ Summary

The Medical Assistant, Certified functions as an integral member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in providing direct patient care. Responsibilities include greeting patients, answering telephones, scheduling appointments, collecting and preparing laboratory specimens, and assisting the physician during examinations and procedures. The CMA also authorizes drug refills as directed and performs other clinical functions as delegated and supervised by the physician.

Clinical Responsibilities:

The CMA takes medical histories and records vital signs, explains treatment procedures to patients, and arranges for hospital admissions and referrals. Heavy lifting and the ability to transport stretcher and wheelchair patients may be required. Working knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering treatments to patients is essential.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Good customer service skills are necessary, along with the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. The CMA should be able to document and communicate pertinent information effectively and maintain effective working relationships with patients and clinic staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Education:

Completion of a Level I - Nurse Aide education program approved by the North Carolina Board of Nursing or successful completion of the NC-approved Nurse Aide I competency test. High School diploma or equivalent required.

Licensures, Certifications:

Currently listed as a Nursing Assistant I (NA I) with the Division of Facility Services 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.