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

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

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate Nurse Assistant to join their Bone Marrow Transplant Unit. This full-time position involves providing essential support to nursing staff and delivering high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in basic nursing care and effective communication skills. With a focus on patient safety and comfort, you will play a vital role in creating a therapeutic environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and dynamic healthcare setting, with the added benefit of a sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Completion of a North Carolina State Approved Nurse Aide I course is required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Ensures accurate communication of patient information.

Skills

Communication Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Completion of Nurse Aide I course

Job description

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

Winston Salem, NC, United States
Job ID: 156610
Job Family: Patient Care Support
Status: Full Time
Shift: Night
Detailed Shift and Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 12531085032493-Nursing - Comprehensive Cancer Ctr - 7 W Bone Marrow Transplant Special Care

This position is eligible for a $1500 Sign-On Bonus if eligibility requirements are met!

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

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High School diploma or GED equivalent. 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 the implementation of the nursing process by giving direct care to patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN).
2. Performs special procedures correctly under the direction of Registered Nurse (RN).
3. Creates and maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, self, co-workers, and facility.
4. Ensures complete, accurate, and timely communication of patient information.
5. Communicates to the team, co-workers, patients, and family members in an effective, positive, and professional manner.
6. Takes personal responsibility and initiative for performance, professional growth, and development.
7. Provides age/developmental appropriate patient care in accordance with Age/Developmental Specific Care Guidelines for the specific age groups served.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: Strong oral and written communication skills. Performs effectively with frequent workload changes and competing demands. Basic computer skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Contact with patients, family members, visitors, co-workers, and medical staff under a wide variety of circumstances. Regular exposure to blood-borne, infectious, and contagious diseases. Subject to multiple interruptions and stressful situations. Occasional exposure to radiation hazards. Possible exposure to cleaning agents/chemicals. Occasionally subject to irregular hours. Uses personal protective equipment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing, Walking, Sitting, Bending, Reaching with arms, Finger and hand dexterity, Talking, Hearing, Seeing
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling: 20 lbs. maximum, 50 lbs. maximum, 100 lbs. maximum