Compassionate Nursing Assistant - Patient Care Partner

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC, is seeking a Nursing Assistant I to provide direct patient care under RN/LPN supervision. Responsibilities include preparing patients and supplies for procedures, taking vital signs, and assisting with activities of daily living.

The NA will document patient data in the electronic health record, follow infection control practices and support unit operations. Pre-employment capacity testing may be required.

Qualifications

• Currently listed Nursing Assistant I certification with NC DHHS, Division of Health Service Regulation, no substantiated findings of abuse, fraud, neglect or misappropriation of property.
• BCLS certification must be maintained/completed by end of new hire orientation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients, equipment and supplies for procedures and assist with non-direct patient care as delegated.
• Take and record vital signs, document information in the electronic health record.
• Assist with admission, discharge and transportation of patients.
• Provide personal care such as feeding, bathing, grooming and assistance with activities of daily living.
• Follow standard precautions and infection control practices.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Documentation

Medical asepsis

Education

Nursing Assistant I certification

Job description

Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC, is seeking a Nursing Assistant I to provide direct patient care under RN/LPN supervision. Responsibilities include preparing patients and supplies for procedures, taking vital signs, and assisting with activities of daily living.

The NA will document patient data in the electronic health record, follow infection control practices and support unit operations. Pre-employment capacity testing may be required.