Patient Care Assistant I — Compassionate Support

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

Job summary

Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The Nursing Assistant (NA) supports the RN/LPN with direct patient care and unit coordination, upholding safety, dignity and compassionate service for patients and families.

As a valued member of Duke Health, you prepare patients and supplies, document care in the electronic health record, take vital signs, assist with procedures, and help with mobility and daily activities.

Qualifications

• Current Nursing Assistant I (NA I) certification in NC
• BCLS certification must be current
• Ability to stand, walk, lift up to 35 pounds with assistance
• Strong patient care and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients, equipment and supplies for procedures
• Record patient data for medical records
• Administer basic care and comfort tasks
• Assist RN/LPN and providers during examinations
• Maintain unit cleanliness and stock supplies
• Follow standard precautions and use PPE

Skills

Vital signs

Documentation

Infection control

Patient care

Communication

Safety procedures

Education

NA I certification (Nursing Assistant I)

Tools

Electronic Health Record

Job description

Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The Nursing Assistant (NA) supports the RN/LPN with direct patient care and unit coordination, upholding safety, dignity and compassionate service for patients and families.

As a valued member of Duke Health, you prepare patients and supplies, document care in the electronic health record, take vital signs, assist with procedures, and help with mobility and daily activities.