Patient Care Support Tech I

UNC Health

Lenoir (NC)

On-site

USD 31,000 - 44,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

UNC Health Caldwell Memorial Hospital in Lenoir, NC is seeking a Nursing Assistant I to support patient care, transport patients and equipment, and perform a range of clerical and clinical duties on the Nursing 4 West ICU unit.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, Nursing Assistant I certification, and BLS. Work is full-time, onsite (36 hours/week), with a day schedule. Salary is hourly, with a hiring range specified by UNC Health.

Qualifications

Fluent in verbal and written English.
Ability to develop computer skills if not proficient.
High school diploma or GED or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Assist physicians and other health care providers with routine examinations, procedures and procurement of equipment and supplies.
Document significant changes in patient condition and promptly report to RN or physician.
Perform clerical tasks: organize workload, greet visitors, transcribe orders, review orders for clarity, answer calls, and maintain medical records.
Provide clinical support: transport patients and supplies, get/stock supplies, orient new staff and students, clean work areas and troubleshoot basic equipment.
Provide direct patient care as outlined in care plan: bathing, dressing, feeding, ambulation, and recording vitals.
Reinforce patient teaching and distribute education materials as requested.