Nurse Aide I: Compassionate Patient Care & Support

Advocate Health; Matthews (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Matthews, NC is seeking a Nurse Aide to provide direct patient care, assist with activities of daily living, and support nutrition and hydration needs. The role includes monitoring intake, assisting with transfers, and maintaining safety and dignity of patients.

The position requires a Nurse Aide I certification and an approved training program, with BLS CPR certification preferred. The candidate will work in a team-oriented environment and follow established care plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an approved Nurse Aide Training Program.
• Current DFS Nurse Aide Registry listing as Nurse Aide I.
• AHA Basic Cardiac Life Support Healthcare Provider certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to patients including baths, skin and nail care.
• Serve and collect food trays, feed patients and record intake.
• Assist with bedpan, urinal, and bowel/bladder training.
• Record intake/output and monitor vital signs.
• Assist with transfers and range of motion exercises.
• Initiate or participate in CPR as directed.
• Document information and communicate hand-offs to the RN.
• Assist with postmortem care and keep PHI confidential.

Skills

Patient care

CPR

Documentation

Vital signs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Nurse Aide Training Program

Nurse Aide I certification

AHA BCLS / CPR certification

Tools

Stethoscope

Blood pressure monitor

Thermometer

Job description

Advocate Health in Matthews, NC is seeking a Nurse Aide to provide direct patient care, assist with activities of daily living, and support nutrition and hydration needs. The role includes monitoring intake, assisting with transfers, and maintaining safety and dignity of patients.

The position requires a Nurse Aide I certification and an approved training program, with BLS CPR certification preferred. The candidate will work in a team-oriented environment and follow established care plans.