Nursing Assistant I & HUC — Abdominal Transplant

Duke Careers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC seeks a compassionate Nursing Assistant I/Health Unit Coordinator for the Abdominal Transplant Unit. The 37-bed unit provides care across the transplant journey from pre- to post‑transplant, with a focus on high‑acuity patient care in a dynamic environment.

The role requires NA I certification, BCLS, and ability to perform patient care and unit coordination tasks. Night and rotating shifts available in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Current Nursing Assistant I (NA I) certification on file
• BCLS certification must be maintained/completed by orientation
• Ability to stand/walk for prolonged periods and assist with patient mobility
• Experience in hospital setting preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients, equipment, and supplies for procedures.
• Record patient data for medical records and inform RN/LPN.
• Provide routine patient care including feeding, bathing, hygiene, and mobility.
• Take and record vital signs and input data into EMR.
• Assist with admission, discharge, and transport of patients.
• Perform clerical tasks in patient care information systems.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient care

Documentation

Infection control

Education

Nursing Assistant I (NA I) certification

BCLS certification

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC seeks a compassionate Nursing Assistant I/Health Unit Coordinator for the Abdominal Transplant Unit. The 37-bed unit provides care across the transplant journey from pre- to post‑transplant, with a focus on high‑acuity patient care in a dynamic environment.

The role requires NA I certification, BCLS, and ability to perform patient care and unit coordination tasks. Night and rotating shifts available in a fast-paced setting.