Nurse Assistant I, Cardiology Stepdown Unit, Full-time 12 hr. Nights

Atrium Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Winston-Salem is seeking a Nurse Assistant I for the Cardiology Stepdown Unit. This full-time position involves providing essential patient care under the direction of nursing staff, ensuring high standards of care and safety. The role includes communication with patients and families, and participation in the nursing process. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and a North Carolina Nurse Aide I certification.

Benefits

Day 1 Health Coverage

Education Assistance

Retirement Contributions

Wellness Incentives

Qualifications

• Completion of a North Carolina State Approved Nurse Aide I course required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance to nursing staff by rendering specific treatments.
• Delivers direct and indirect care following physician and nursing orders.
• Creates and maintains a safe environment for patients.

Skills

Communication

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Nurse Assistant I, Cardiology Stepdown Unit, Full-time 12 hr. Nights

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Winston Salem, NC, United States
Job ID: 154002
Job Family: Patient Care Support
Status: Full Time
Shift: Night
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 12531085030400-Nursing - 7 Reynolds Cardiology

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

Nurse Assistant I, Cardiology Stepdown Unit, Full-time 12 hr. Nights, Winston-Salem

What We Offer:

• Day 1 Health Coverage:Choose from either copay or HSA-eligible health insurance options with coverage starting on your first day of work.
• Education Assistance:We invest in your professional growth, offering up to $2,500 per year towards a bachelor’s degree and up to $5,000 per year towards a graduate degree.
• Retirement:Up to 7% employer-paid contributions to your retirement fund.
• Wellness:Access LiveWell incentives to earn rewards for physical, financial, and personal well-being.

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 required.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:

• Completion of a North Carolina State Approved Nurse Aide I course required. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Participates in the implementation of the nursing process by giving direct care to patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN).
• Performs special procedures correctly under the direction of Registered Nurse (RN).
• Creates and maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, self, co-workers, and facility.
• Ensures complete, accurate and timely communication of patient information.
• Communicates to the team, co-workers, patients and family members in an effective, positive and professional manner.
• Takes personal responsibility and initiative for performance, professional growth and development.
• 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 wide variety of circumstances
• Regular exposure to blood-borne diseases, infectious and contagious diseases
• Subject to multiple interruptions
• Occasional exposure to radiation hazards Possible exposure to cleaning agents/chemicals
• Occasionally subject to irregular hours Uses personal protective equipment