Nursing Care Assistant

12 hours ago

Durham, North Carolina, United States Duke University Full time
About Duke University Hospital

Duke University Hospital is a leading healthcare provider in the United States, consistently ranked among the best in the country. As a Magnet Organization, we strive to deliver exceptional patient care and promote a culture of excellence.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Nursing Care Assistant I to join our team in Adult General Medicine. This role will provide direct patient care and support to our patients, families, and healthcare teams.

Responsibilities
  • Provide manual assistance to patients as needed, including feeding, bathing, and ambulation.
  • Obtain and record patient data for medical records, noting and informing RN/LPN of information collected.
  • Administer treatment and personal care procedures to patients, including enemas, skin care, and bowel and bladder elimination.
  • Participate in teaching activities by reinforcing teaching instructed by RN and/or physician as needed.
  • Assist physician and nurses with physical examinations, including helping position patients and changing non-sterile dressings.
  • Take and record vital signs, record I&O, apply ice bags, administer douches and enemas.
  • Note and report any changes in patient's condition.
  • Turn and position patients, set up and feed patients as necessary, provide patients with fresh drinking water.
  • Perform finger sticks for blood glucose testing, with appropriate training.
  • Assist with admission, discharge, and transportation of patients.
  • Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.
  • Collect, deliver and conduct routine tests on patient specimens.
  • Clean assigned area; stock and replenish supplies and equipment as required.
  • Participate in own professional development by maintaining required skills validation and attending educational offerings.
  • Support the development of other staff and formal learners.
Requirements
  • Current Nurse Aide I Registry listing with the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services Division of Health Service Regulation.
  • Graduation from high school or GED; or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
  • Basic Life Support certification from American Heart Association.

Duke University Health System is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

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