Nurse Assistant I, Medical/Surgical Unit, Full-time 12 hr. Nights

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

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Nurse Assistant I for their Medical/Surgical Unit. This full-time position involves providing essential support to nursing staff by delivering both direct and indirect patient care. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to patient well-being and effective communication skills. Join a team that values professional growth and development while ensuring the highest standards of care in a dynamic and supportive environment. This role offers a sign-on bonus and opportunities for meaningful impact in patient lives.

Benefits

Sign On Bonus

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff by providing basic nursing care to patients.
• Communicates effectively with patients and team members.
• Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patients.

Skills

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Nurse Assistant I, Medical/Surgical Unit, Full-time 12 hr. Nights

Winston Salem, NC, United States
Job ID: 156785
Job Family: Patient Care Support
Status: Full Time
Shift: Night
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 12531085030443-Nursing - 5CCW Medical/Surgical

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

Nurse Assistant I, Medical/Surgical Unit, 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