Patient Care Assistant – Compassionate Support

Duke Health; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance (based on elig.)

Job summary

Duke Health, through Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, is seeking a Nursing Assistant (NA I) to support RN/LPN staff with direct patient care and basic procedures. The role emphasizes compassionate care, patient safety, and adherence to hospital policies.

Responsibilities include preparing patients and equipment, recording data, assisting with daily activities and routine tests, and maintaining cleanliness and safety within the unit. Requires NA I certification and BCLS certification.

Qualifications

• Fundamental nursing assistant skills.
• Ability to follow RN/LPN guidance and policies.
• Comfort with basic measurements and patient interactions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients, equipment and supplies for procedures and provide manual assistance.
• Document patient data and notify RN/LPN of changes.
• Administer routine care including feeding, bathing, turning, and hygiene assistance.
• Take and record vital signs; assist with admission, discharge and transport.
• Follow infection control procedures and assist with specimen collection.

Skills

Nursing care basics

Vital signs

Patient comfort

Education

Nursing Assistant I certification

Job description

Duke Health, through Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, is seeking a Nursing Assistant (NA I) to support RN/LPN staff with direct patient care and basic procedures. The role emphasizes compassionate care, patient safety, and adherence to hospital policies.

Responsibilities include preparing patients and equipment, recording data, assisting with daily activities and routine tests, and maintaining cleanliness and safety within the unit. Requires NA I certification and BCLS certification.