Nursing Care Assistant I (CNA) Med Surg

Duke University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University Health System invites qualified individuals to apply for the Nursing Assistant (NA) position at Duke Regional Hospital. As an NA, you will provide essential patient care under the guidance of a nurse, ensuring comfort and safety for patients. This role offers an opportunity to thrive in a compassionate environment and contribute to the community's health.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)

Qualifications

• Current listing as a Nursing Assistant I with no substantiated findings.
• BCLS certification must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN or LPN supervision.
• Assist with daily living activities and maintain patient environment.
• Record patient data and assist in physical examinations.

Skills

Knowledge of routine and special treatments

Infection control

Safety precautions

Ability to withstand physical activity

Effective working relationships

Education

Completion of a Level I - Nurse Aide program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke Regional Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which ranks as the number four hospital in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke Regional Hospital is the second largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and diagnostic services, including orthopedics, weight-loss surgery, women's services, and heart and vascular services.

Duke Nursing Highlights:

• Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organization
• Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses.
• Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification.
• Duke University Health System has 6000+ registered nurses
• Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle!
• Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)

Summary

The Nursing Assistant (NA) is a patient care support partner working under the delegation of the Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The NA provides direct patient care, assists with non-direct care unit coordination, and performs basic care and comfort standards. They must have knowledge of patient population needs, assist in the care of acutely ill patients, practice medical asepsis, respect patient dignity and privacy, and adhere to all policies and procedures. The NA maintains the patient environment, performs general unit upkeep, manages supplies, and documents patient care appropriately in the electronic health record.

Work Performed

• Prepare patients, equipment, and supplies for procedures and provide manual assistance.
• Record patient data, notify RN/LPN of findings, administer treatments, and assist with activities of daily living.
• Assist with physical examinations, take vital signs, record inputs and outputs, and report changes.
• Support patient transfers, admissions, discharges, and transportation.
• Collect and deliver specimens, clean areas, restock supplies, and participate in professional development.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of routine and special treatments, infection control, and safety precautions.
• Ability to withstand physical activity, follow instructions, document information, and establish effective working relationships.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of a Level I - Nurse Aide program approved by the North Carolina Board of Nursing or successful completion of the NC-approved Nurse Aide I competency test. High school diploma or equivalent required. Current listing as a Nursing Assistant I (NA I) with the Division of Facility Services, with no substantiated findings of abuse, fraud, neglect, or misappropriation of property. BCLS certification must be maintained.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Our community values collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. We promote diversity and inclusion, ensuring all members feel secure, respected, and heard. All members are responsible for upholding these values.

Physical Job Functions

Some roles may include essential physical and mental abilities requirements. Additional information and requests for reasonable accommodations will be provided by each hiring department.