PRN Nursing Assistant I – Float Pool (Per Diem)

UNC Health; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health Nash in North Carolina is seeking a Nursing Assistant I to join the NGH Nursing Float Pool on a per diem, onsite basis. You will provide routine direct and indirect patient care under supervision, across hospital, clinic, or home health settings.

Candidates must have a High School diploma or GED, NC Nursing Assistant I certification, BLS, and at least six months of nursing assistant experience or completion of a nursing assistant course.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Nursing Assistant I certification with NC DHHS.
• BLS certification (Healthcare Provider).
• Six months of nursing assistant experience or completion of a nursing assistant course.
• Fluent English and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with routine examinations and procedures, and procurement of equipment during emergencies.
• In psychiatric settings, assist patients with reality orientation and behavior modification plans; provide de-escalation and support.
• Observe, collect, and document patient information and report changes to RN/physician.
• Assist patients and families during admission, orientation, and discharge.
• Provide direct and indirect patient care per plan of care including vital signs, wound care, and activities of daily living.
• Provide indirect care such as cleaning, stocking, and assisting in orientation of new staff.
• Reinforce patient education and distribute materials.

Skills

Fluent English

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

UNC Health Nash in North Carolina is seeking a Nursing Assistant I to join the NGH Nursing Float Pool on a per diem, onsite basis. You will provide routine direct and indirect patient care under supervision, across hospital, clinic, or home health settings.

Candidates must have a High School diploma or GED, NC Nursing Assistant I certification, BLS, and at least six months of nursing assistant experience or completion of a nursing assistant course.