Night Shift Psychiatric Care Technician

UNC Health; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Nash UNC Health Care in Nash, NC seeks a dedicated Nurse Assistant I to support patient care under professional supervision. You will transport patients and equipment, set up patient rooms, and perform a range of clerical and unit desk duties, ensuring smooth daily operations.

The role emphasizes assisting with basic care, vital signs, and patient comfort, while contributing to a compassionate, compliant care environment and ongoing staff education and safety measures.

Qualifications

• Completion of Nurse Assistant I course approved by the NC Board of Nursing.
• Current BCLS certification.
• CPI certification required within 90 days of starting.
• Current NC Driver's License and ability to drive hospital vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and health care providers with routine examinations and procedures, and procure equipment during emergencies.
• In psychiatric settings, aid patients in reality orientation and behavior modification plans.
• Observe, collect, and document patient information and report changes promptly.
• Assist patients and families during admission, orientation, and discharge.
• Provide care including vital signs, measurements, wound care, ROM, and ADLs.
• Provide direct personal care (bathing, dressing, feeding, ambulation).
• Support unit desk area functions and routine clerical tasks.

Education

Nurse Assistant I course

BCLS certification

CPI certification

NC Driver's License

Job description

Nash UNC Health Care in Nash, NC seeks a dedicated Nurse Assistant I to support patient care under professional supervision. You will transport patients and equipment, set up patient rooms, and perform a range of clerical and unit desk duties, ensuring smooth daily operations.

The role emphasizes assisting with basic care, vital signs, and patient comfort, while contributing to a compassionate, compliant care environment and ongoing staff education and safety measures.