Nurse Assistant I, ICU-4A Medical/Surgical Overflow, Full-time 12 hr. Nights

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nurse Assistant I for their ICU-4A Medical/Surgical Overflow unit. This full-time role involves providing essential support to nursing staff by delivering both direct and indirect care to patients, ensuring high standards of care tailored to various age groups. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to patient welfare, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. Join a team that values professional growth and offers a supportive atmosphere for your career development in healthcare.

Benefits

$1500 Sign On Bonus

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Creates and maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patients.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Ability to perform effectively under workload changes

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Nurse Assistant I, ICU-4A Medical/Surgical Overflow, Full-time 12 hr. Nights

Winston Salem, NC, United States
Job ID: 155168
Job Family: Patient Care Support
Status: Full Time
Shift: Night
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 12531085030446-Nursing - 4A Med Surg Overflow

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

Nurse Assistant I, ICU-4A Medical/Surgical Overflow, Full-time 12 hr. Nights, Winston-Salem

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