Nursing Assistant: Patient Care & Team Support

ECU Health; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

ECU Health Nursing Assistant on-site in North Carolina performs direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse, aligning with NC DHHS NAI guidance and unit-based patient care goals.

Responsibilities include participating in QI, education, policy adherence, and effective teamwork while ensuring patient safety and accurate documentation in medical records. A 0.9 FTE schedule with 12-hour day shifts is typical.

Qualifications

• NAI listing with NC DHHS is required.
• HeartSaver or higher certification is required.
• De-escalation training must be completed within 90 days of employment if not current.

Responsibilities

• Participates in quality improvement activities and data collection.
• Attends staff development programs and orientation for new staff.
• Follows hospital policies and provides quality patient care under supervision.
• Maintains liaison with the care team and supports effective teamwork.
• Contributes to unit goals and cost-effective use of equipment and supplies.
• Assists in providing direct patient care and completes delegated tasks.
• Monitors patients for escalating behaviors and communicates with the nurse.

Education

High School or GED

NAI listing with NC Department of Health and Human Services

American Heart Association HeartSaver certification

De-escalation training (within 90 days of hire if not current)

Job description

ECU Health Nursing Assistant on-site in North Carolina performs direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse, aligning with NC DHHS NAI guidance and unit-based patient care goals.

Responsibilities include participating in QI, education, policy adherence, and effective teamwork while ensuring patient safety and accurate documentation in medical records. A 0.9 FTE schedule with 12-hour day shifts is typical.