Nursing Assistant — Patient Care & Team Support

ECU Health; Roanoke Rapids (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ECU Health North Hospital in Roanoke Rapids, NC is seeking a Nursing Assistant to perform direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse, supporting the NC NAI framework. This role may include observer duties to monitor assigned patients as needed.

The position emphasizes quality improvement, infection control, and teamwork. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED, NAI listing, and HeartSaver certification.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is preferred - or higher.
• NAI listing with NC Department of Health and Human Services is required.
• Current American Heart Association HeartSaver or higher certification is required.
• De-escalation training (Non-violent crisis intervention or other program adopted by ECU Health). If not current at hire, must complete within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Participates in Quality Improvement (QI) Activities and data collection; identifies opportunities for improvement.
• Attends and utilizes staff development programs; fulfills annual mandatory educational requirements.
• Follows hospital and unit policies; maintains active NAI licensure/certification.
• Builds interpersonal relations and communicates effectively; works in a team and uses chain of command appropriately.
• Participates in unit and hospital goal setting; supports cost-effective use of equipment and supplies.
• Under supervision of the licensed nurse, assists in providing direct patient care and completes delegated skills per NC DHHS.
• Monitors patients for signs of escalating behaviors; alerts nurse as needed; maintains observation level per plan of care; documents in medical record.
• Communicates with the care team and provides meaningful handoffs; engages patient in appropriate distraction activities.

Education

High School diploma or GED

NAI listing required

HeartSaver CPR certification

De-escalation training

Job description

ECU Health North Hospital in Roanoke Rapids, NC is seeking a Nursing Assistant to perform direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse, supporting the NC NAI framework. This role may include observer duties to monitor assigned patients as needed.

The position emphasizes quality improvement, infection control, and teamwork. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED, NAI listing, and HeartSaver certification.