Nursing Assistant I: Surgical Trauma ICU (Rotating Shifts)

UNC Health; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health's Surgical Trauma Critical Care Unit in Chapel Hill seeks a Nursing Assistant I to join a 36-hour per week, rotating shift team. This role supports critical care patients under RN/physician supervision, delivering direct and indirect patient care in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Requirements include NC Nursing Assistant I licensure, BLS certification, and preferred six months of CNA experience; fluency in English and basic computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Nursing Assistant I certification as listed by NC DHHS is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Preferred six months of nursing assistant experience.
• Fluent in verbal and written English with basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and other health care providers during routine examinations and procedures.
• Observe and document patient information and report significant changes to RN/physician.
• Provide direct personal care and assist with activities of daily living.
• Support admissions, orientation, and discharge processes for patients and families.
• Transport patients, supplies, and specimens; restock and clean work areas.
• Reinforce patient education and ensure understanding of instructions.

Skills

Fluent English

Computer skills

Job description

UNC Health's Surgical Trauma Critical Care Unit in Chapel Hill seeks a Nursing Assistant I to join a 36-hour per week, rotating shift team. This role supports critical care patients under RN/physician supervision, delivering direct and indirect patient care in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Requirements include NC Nursing Assistant I licensure, BLS certification, and preferred six months of CNA experience; fluency in English and basic computer skills are essential.