Surgical Care Unit Nursing Assistant II - Patient Care

Duke University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC is hiring a Nursing Care Assistant II/Health Unit Coordinator for the Surgical Care Unit. The role involves direct patient care support, clerical duties, and work within a high-acuity surgical environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, recording vitals, and coordinating supply and equipment needs. Requires Nurse Aide credentials and BCLS certification; on-site shifts and a demanding physical role are expected.

Qualifications

• Completion of Level I Nurse Aide education program or equivalent.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• BCLS certification must be completed or maintained by orientation end.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN/LPN with direct patient care and unit coordination.
• Document patient care and vital signs in EMR.
• Prepare patients and equipment for procedures and assist with procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Non-direct care coordination

Medical asepsis

Communication

Education

Nurse Aide I/II education

High School diploma

Tools

EMR (electronic medical record)

Job description

Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC is hiring a Nursing Care Assistant II/Health Unit Coordinator for the Surgical Care Unit. The role involves direct patient care support, clerical duties, and work within a high-acuity surgical environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, recording vitals, and coordinating supply and equipment needs. Requires Nurse Aide credentials and BCLS certification; on-site shifts and a demanding physical role are expected.