Impactful Nursing Assistant I — Patient Care Champion

Duke Health; Durham (NC); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 44.000; Jornada completa

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Relocation assistance

Descripción de la vacante

Duke University Health System, including Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC, seeks a Nursing Assistant I to provide direct patient care under RN/LPN supervision. The role focuses on basic care, safety, and comfort, while documenting patient information in the electronic health record and maintaining professional standards.

Responsibilities include preparing patients for procedures, assisting with daily living activities, taking vital signs, and supporting leadership in unit operations.

Formación

• Nursing Assistant I certification required and BLS certification maintained.
• Ability to lift or move objects and patients weighing over 35 pounds with assistance or lift equipment.
• Strong communication and documentation skills in clinical settings.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare patients, equipment and supplies for procedures and provide manual assistance.
• Record and communicate patient data and vital signs to RN/LPN.
• Assist with admission, discharge and transportation of patients.
• Support patient comfort, safety and hygiene per unit policies.

Conocimientos

Patient care

Vital signs

Documentation

Infection control

Educación

Nursing Assistant I certification

BLS certification

Descripción del empleo

Duke University Health System, including Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC, seeks a Nursing Assistant I to provide direct patient care under RN/LPN supervision. The role focuses on basic care, safety, and comfort, while documenting patient information in the electronic health record and maintaining professional standards.

Responsibilities include preparing patients for procedures, assisting with daily living activities, taking vital signs, and supporting leadership in unit operations.