Neuro ICU Nursing Assistant I — Day Shift, $5k Bonus

Duke University Health System; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commitment bonus $5,000

Relocation assistance (eligibility)

Job summary

Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC is seeking a Nursing Assistant I for the Neuro ICU. The role supports direct patient care under RN/LPN supervision, including daily living activities and monitoring vital signs.

Position offers a 7:00am–7:30pm day shift, a 3-12 hour schedule per week with weekends/holidays per unit guidelines, and a $5,000 commitment bonus paid in two installments. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Must be listed as Nursing Assistant I with NC DHHS with no substantiated findings.
• Must obtain and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) by end of orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including bathing, feeding, grooming, dressing, toileting, ambulation and positioning.
• Observe and document vital signs and patient information.
• Report changes in patient condition to RN/LPN.
• Assist nurses during exams and procedures.
• Support admissions, discharges and transportation.
• Collect and transport specimens and perform routine testing as assigned.
• Maintain equipment, stock supplies and unit cleanliness.
• Reinforce patient education from nurses and providers.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development.

Skills

Compassionate care

Vital signs documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing Assistant I Certification (NC)

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC is seeking a Nursing Assistant I for the Neuro ICU. The role supports direct patient care under RN/LPN supervision, including daily living activities and monitoring vital signs.

Position offers a 7:00am–7:30pm day shift, a 3-12 hour schedule per week with weekends/holidays per unit guidelines, and a $5,000 commitment bonus paid in two installments. Equal opportunity employer.