Patient Attendant Safety Aide - Progressive Care Unit

Duke University Health System; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Health is seeking a Patient Attendant Safety Aide for the Raleigh Campus, responsible for observing and supporting patients under the supervision of a registered nurse. This role entails monitoring various aspects of patient health and assisting with daily tasks to ensure comfort and safety, serving as a critical support system in patient care.

Qualifications

• Six months of hospital experience or equivalent combination preferred.
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Demonstrates personal interest in health and well-being.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant direct observation of patients.
• Monitor and document changes in patients' condition.
• Assist with personal hygiene and patient mobilization.

Skills

Basic First Aid

CPR

Good Time Management

Physical Strength

Stamina

Education

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 Raleigh Hospital, A Campus of Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with the Duke Raleigh Campus in Raleigh, North Carolina, which has been part of Duke Health since 1998 and has served Wake County for more than 35 years. Duke Raleigh Campus features 204 inpatient beds and offers a comprehensive array of services, including cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, advanced gastrointestinal, and wound healing care.

Summary

Perform work under the supervision of a registered nurse. The patient attendant safety aide maintains constant direct observation and visualization of identified patient(s).

Work Performed

• Constant and direct observation of the patient.
• Monitoring changes in the patient's physical, emotional, and mental condition.
• Communicate the status of the patient, including any changes.
• Observing and reporting patients' behavioral changes.
• Document observation in electronic health record.
• Support staff with ambulation and mobilization of patients.
• Support staff with personal hygiene: bathing, oral hygiene, nail care, and grooming.
• Support staff with repositioning, feeding, and toileting.
• Other duties as assigned, including assisting with Personal Protective Equipment application/removal and wellness screening of employees.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Understands basic first aid and CPR, capable of administering if needed.
• Demonstrates a personal interest in the health and well-being of others.
• Willing to prioritize the needs of others.
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Good time management skills.
• Good physical strength and stamina.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required. Six months of hospital experience or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience preferred.

Additional Information

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.

We aim to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. All members are responsible for upholding these values. Certain jobs may require specific physical and/or mental abilities; additional information and requests for reasonable accommodations will be provided by each hiring department.