Patient Care Assistant & Unit Coordinator

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance (based on eligib

Job summary

Duke University Health System in Durham, NC is seeking a Nursing Assistant I to support Registered Nurses and LPNs in providing compassionate patient care. The role includes assisting with activities of daily living, basic medical asepsis, and accurate documentation in the EMR.

You will help with measurements, vital signs, and non-direct patient care tasks to ensure comfort and safety. This position emphasizes teamwork, respect for diverse patient needs, and adherence to hospital policies.

Qualifications

• NA I certification and BCLS certification must be maintained.
• Experience with hospital patient care and vital signs recommended.
• Ability to follow policies, maintain patient dignity and privacy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients, equipment and supplies for procedures and assist with care.
• Record patient data in medical records and notify RN/LPN.
• Administer basic care and comfort, assist with meals, hygiene, mobility.
• Take and record vital signs and I&O; monitor patient condition.
• Assist with admissions/discharges and transport; maintain EMR documentation.
• Stock and replenish supplies; clean and order equipment.
• Follow standard precautions and PPE.

Skills

Vital signs

EMR documentation

Patient care

Asepsis

Communication

Medical equipment handling

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Duke University Health System in Durham, NC is seeking a Nursing Assistant I to support Registered Nurses and LPNs in providing compassionate patient care. The role includes assisting with activities of daily living, basic medical asepsis, and accurate documentation in the EMR.

You will help with measurements, vital signs, and non-direct patient care tasks to ensure comfort and safety. This position emphasizes teamwork, respect for diverse patient needs, and adherence to hospital policies.