Neuro Stepdown Nursing Assistant – Patient Care Hero

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Duke University Health System is seeking a dedicated Nursing Care Assistant I to support patients on the Neuro Stepdown unit at Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC. You will work closely with RN/LPN to provide direct patient care and maintain safety and dignity.

Responsibilities include preparing patients and equipment, recording vital signs, assisting with daily activities, and documenting care in the electronic health record per policy.

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant I in NC
• BCLS certification must be maintained by end of orientation
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients, equipment and supplies for procedures and provide assistance as required.
• Obtain and record patient data for medical records and inform the RN/LPN.
• Administer basic patient care tasks including feeding, bathing, hygiene and bed-making.
• Document patient care and vital signs in the EHR per unit protocol.
• Assist with admissions, discharges and transport of patients.
• Follow infection control and safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Nursing assistant support

Vital signs

Documentation in EHR

Education

Nursing Assistant I certification (NC)

Job description

Duke University Health System is seeking a dedicated Nursing Care Assistant I to support patients on the Neuro Stepdown unit at Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC. You will work closely with RN/LPN to provide direct patient care and maintain safety and dignity.

Responsibilities include preparing patients and equipment, recording vital signs, assisting with daily activities, and documenting care in the electronic health record per policy.