Patient Care Assistant I — Compassionate Hands-On Support

Duke University Health System; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Duke University Health System is seeking a Nursing Assistant at Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC. The NA will support RNs/LPNs through direct patient care, unit upkeep, and charting in the electronic health record.

Responsibilities include preparing patients and equipment for procedures, measuring vital signs, and assisting with admissions, discharges, and transport. The role requires basic patient care skills, ability to follow aseptic technique, and strong communication to ensure patient

Qualifications

• Ability to perform basic care and comfort tasks for acutely ill patients
• Ability to document patient care in electronic health records
• Ability to follow standard precautions and use PPE correctly

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients, equipment and supplies for procedures
• Record vital signs and input/output for medical records
• Assist with admissions, discharges and transportation of patients
• Provide personal care and comfort measures as delegated by RN/LPN

Skills

Vital signs

Medical asepsis

Patient care

Documentation

Education

Nursing Assistant I certification

Job description

Duke University Health System is seeking a Nursing Assistant at Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC. The NA will support RNs/LPNs through direct patient care, unit upkeep, and charting in the electronic health record.

Responsibilities include preparing patients and equipment for procedures, measuring vital signs, and assisting with admissions, discharges, and transport. The role requires basic patient care skills, ability to follow aseptic technique, and strong communication to ensure patient