CNA I - Hospice & Home Health Aide

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Duke Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant I for Duke HomeCare & Hospice in Durham, NC. The role involves assisting with direct patient care in home care, hospice, and inpatient settings under RN/LPN supervision, and supporting the patient and family during sensitive care moments.

Responsibilities include basic nursing tasks, patient transport, and documentation, with a 12-hour day shift on weekends and select weekdays. Must maintain BLS and NA I certification.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of sterile techniques and procedures.
• Ability to lift and transport patients and equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients, equipment, and supplies for procedures.
• Maintain required training and participate in own professional development.
• Assist with admission, discharge, and transportation of patients.
• Clean and stock assigned areas; replenish supplies and equipment.
• Take and record patient data for medical records.
• Perform routine patient care tasks under supervision of RN/LPN.

Skills

Sterile techniques

Heavy lifting

Instruction following

Education

Nursing Assistant I certification

Job description

Duke Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant I for Duke HomeCare & Hospice in Durham, NC. The role involves assisting with direct patient care in home care, hospice, and inpatient settings under RN/LPN supervision, and supporting the patient and family during sensitive care moments.

Responsibilities include basic nursing tasks, patient transport, and documentation, with a 12-hour day shift on weekends and select weekdays. Must maintain BLS and NA I certification.