Patient Care Assistant — Compassionate, Team‑Oriented Support

Duke Health; Durham (NC); Sur place; USD 32 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Relocation assistance

Résumé du poste

Duke Health in Durham, North Carolina, is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide compassionate patient care under RN/LPN supervision. This role supports acutely ill patients, maintains patient comfort, and ensures safety and cleanliness in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will take vital signs, assist with daily living activities, document care in the electronic health record, and participate in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in routine and special patient treatments.
• Knowledge of sanitation, personal hygiene and safety in hospital settings.
• Ability to stand/walk for long periods and lift up to 35 pounds with assistance.
• Pre-employment Physical Capacity Testing may be required.

Responsabilités

• Provide direct patient care under RN/LPN supervision.
• Record patient data and vital signs for medical records.
• Assist with activities of daily living and comfort measures.
• Maintain patient safety, cleanliness, and equipment readiness.

Connaissances

Patient care

Vital signs

Medical asepsis

Communication

Description du poste

Duke Health in Durham, North Carolina, is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide compassionate patient care under RN/LPN supervision. This role supports acutely ill patients, maintains patient comfort, and ensures safety and cleanliness in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will take vital signs, assist with daily living activities, document care in the electronic health record, and participate in ongoing professional development.