Nurse Aide I - Staffing Resources

WakeMed Health & Hospitals; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed Health & Hospitals in Cary, NC seeks a Nurse Aide I to deliver patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse, supporting our PFCC model of care.

The role emphasizes dignity, respect, information sharing, participation and collaboration with patients and families, and requires a high school diploma with prior clinical nurse aide experience preferred in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Nurse Aide I licensure or required certification.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• 1 year clinical nurse aide experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and comfort measures.
• Document care activities and communicate patient needs per policy.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Nurse Aide I supports and incorporates WakeMed's Patient & Family Centered Care (PFCC) model by delivering patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The four key concepts of PFCC are: Dignity and Respect = Listen to and honor patient and family perspectives and choices; Information Sharing = Communicate and share complete and unbiased information with patients and families in ways that are affirming and useful; Participation = Patients and families are encouraged and supported in participating in care and decision-making at the level they choose; Collaboration = Patients and families and the Nurse Aide I collaborate in the delivery of care. The Nurse Aide I understands the needs of the organization and supports the mission, vision, values, and aspirational goals.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

Nurse Aide I Required

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required

Experience

1 Year Clinical - Nurse Aide Preferred