Nursing Care Assistant I - Hands-On Patient Support

Duke Health; Durham (NC); Presencial; USD 22.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

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Descripción de la vacante

Duke Health's Endoscopy Services Department in Durham, NC is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support the RN/LPN in patient care. The role focuses on basic care, keeping patients comfortable, and ensuring clean, orderly patient environments during endoscopy procedures.

Responsibilities include preparing patients and equipment, taking vital signs, documenting data, and assisting with admissions, discharges, and transport while maintaining safety and professional standards.

Formación

• Completion of Level I Nurse Aide program or NC-approved equivalent.
• BCLS certification must be maintained by start date.
• Inpatient/ER experience strongly preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare patients, equipment and supplies for procedures and provide assistance.
• Record patient data, vital signs, I&O, and inform RN/LPN of changes.
• Assist with admission, discharge and transportation of patients.
• Maintain patient safety, asepsis, and proper documentation in EHR.

Conocimientos

Patient care

Vital signs

Safety procedures

Documentation

Educación

Level I Nurse Aide certification

High School diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Duke Health's Endoscopy Services Department in Durham, NC is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support the RN/LPN in patient care. The role focuses on basic care, keeping patients comfortable, and ensuring clean, orderly patient environments during endoscopy procedures.

Responsibilities include preparing patients and equipment, taking vital signs, documenting data, and assisting with admissions, discharges, and transport while maintaining safety and professional standards.