Certified Nursing Assistant I-NICCU

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant for the NICCU day shift (7am–7pm). You will deliver patient-centered care, support daily activities, monitor vitals, and promote comfort and dignity for patients with acute medical needs.

You will collaborate with nurses and providers, document accurately, assist with mobility and safety, and help families feel reassured in a calm, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year experience preferred; Assisted Living experience may be required for AL units.
• Completion of NAI program; listed with the nurse aide registry as an NA I; Medication Safety - AME.
• NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments and Behavioral Health units.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care by anticipating needs, supporting daily activities, and promoting comfort and dignity for each patient.
• Serve as a trusted partner to nurses and providers, sharing observations and supporting care plans in a fast-paced environment.
• Guide safe mobility and recovery efforts, assisting with ambulation, repositioning, and fall-prevention practices.
• Ensure accurate, timely documentation of vitals and patient status to support clinical decisions.
• Foster a calm, supportive environment for patients and families, offering reassurance and setting expectations.
• Provide assistance with activities of daily living and maintain a safe, clean environment under supervision of a registered nurse.
• Assisted Living units only: report any change in status to the Charge Nurse.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

What We Offer

Welcome to General NICCU! Full-Time Days - Make a Difference with a Team That Feels Like Home

Looking for a day shift where you’re more than just a number? Our NICCU team is known for its compassionate leadership, low turnover, and strong sense of camaraderie. We care for patients with a wide range of acute medical needs, giving you the chance to grow your clinical skills in a supportive environment. With leaders who are present and deeply invested in your success, this is a day shift that offers stability, impact, and community.

• Schedule: 7am-7pm, Day Shift, Full-Time (Shift Differential for 2:30pm-7pm)
• Department: NICCU
• Location: Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center - NH NHRMC

Remarkable Care. Remarkable Careers.

Why become a Certified Nursing Assistant at Novant Health? Tuition Reimbursement Programs to assist you in your career growth!

What You'll Do

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care by using your clinical experience to anticipate needs, support daily activities, and promote comfort and dignity throughout each patient’s stay.
• Serve as a trusted partner to nurses and providers, using your seasoned judgment to share meaningful observations, support care plans, and help the team stay aligned in a fast-paced environment.
• Guide safe mobility and recovery efforts, drawing on your expertise to assist with ambulation, repositioning, and fall-prevention practices that keep patients progressing safely.
• Ensure accurate, timely documentation of vitals and patient status, contributing reliable information that strengthens communication and supports excellent clinical decision-making.
• Foster a calm, supportive environment for patients and families, using your experience to offer reassurance, set expectations, and help others feel grounded during challenging moments.
• Provides and documents assistance to patients with activities of daily living and maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.
• Assisted Living units only: Responsible for assisting residents with activities of daily living as scheduled and reporting any change in status to the Charge Nurse

What We're Looking For

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Experience:
• One year preferred.
• One year Assisted Living facilities only: experience working in long-term care or assisted living, required.
• Licensure/Certification:
• Completion of NAI program, required.
• Listed with the nurse aide registry as an NA I, required.
• Medication Safety - AME, required.
• NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions (facility specific) within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments and Behavioral Health units, required.
• Additional Skills (preferred): Basic computer skills for documentation.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

171097

Novant Health is committed to improving the health of its communities, one person at a time. We have a strong focus on innovation and research offering best-in-class technology and clinical care. We are committed to providing high-quality, affordable healthcare to all our patients as well as equipping our workforce with the tools and support needed.

Come join a remarkable team where quality care meets quality service, in every dimension, every time.