Nurse Assistant I, Bone Marrow Transplant Unit, Full-time 12 hr. Days

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist; Salem (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Nurse Assistant to join their Bone Marrow Transplant Unit. This full-time position offers a chance to provide essential care to patients while working alongside a skilled nursing team. You'll play a vital role in delivering both direct and indirect patient care, ensuring high standards of service and communication. With comprehensive health coverage from day one, generous parental benefits, and educational assistance, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to grow in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about patient care and ready to make a difference, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Wellness Incentives

Prepaid College Tuition Assistance

Paid Maternity Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Employer-Paid Retirement Contributions

Qualifications

• Completion of a North Carolina State Approved Nurse Aide I course is required.
• Experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff by delivering treatments and basic care to patients.
• Communicates effectively with team members and patients.

Skills

Communication Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Ability to Perform Under Pressure

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of Nurse Aide I Course

Job description

Nurse Assistant I, 7 Cancer Center West, Bone Marrow Transplant Unit, Full-time 12 hr. Days, Winston-Salem

What We Offer:

• Day 1 Health Coverage: Amazing health insurance with the option of copay or HSA eligible plans
• Wellness Incentives: Up to $1,350/year in wellness incentives through our LiveWELL program
• Education: Eligible for our Prepaid College Tuition Assistance program (up to $5,250/year)!
• Parental Benefits: Six weeks paid maternity leave & four weeks paid parental leave
• Retirement: Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions

JOB SUMMARY: Provides assistance to nursing staff by delivering specific treatments in addition to basic nursing care to assigned patients. Delivers direct and indirect care following physician and nursing orders to achieve high standards of age/developmental specific care.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High School diploma or GED. Completion of a North Carolina State Approved Nurse Aide I course. Experience preferred.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION: Listed with the N.C. Board of Nursing as a Level I Nurse Aide required. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Participates in implementing the nursing process by providing direct care under the supervision of an RN.
2. Performs special procedures correctly under the direction of an RN.
3. Creates and maintains a safe, therapeutic environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
4. Ensures complete, accurate, and timely communication of patient information.
5. Communicates effectively and professionally with team members, patients, and families.
6. Assumes responsibility for personal performance, growth, and development.
7. Provides age-appropriate care according to Age/Developmental Specific Care Guidelines.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: Strong oral and written communication skills; effective performance amid workload changes; basic computer skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Contact with patients, families, visitors, staff, and medical personnel in various circumstances. Exposure to blood-borne and contagious diseases; potential for stressful situations and interruptions. Occasional radiation hazards and exposure to chemicals. Use of PPE required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, and dexterity as per percentages specified.
• Talking, hearing, seeing.
• Lifting/carrying: up to 20 lbs., 50 lbs., 100 lbs. maximum as specified.