Nursing Care Assistant I - Duke University Hospital

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Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency / trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organization. Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses. Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification. Duke University Health System has 6000+ registered nurses. Quality of Life : Living in the Triangle! Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility).

Occ Summary

Perform a variety of nonprofessional nursing duties in the direct care of patients under the direct supervision of an RN / LPN. Perform tasks within the scope of a nursing care assistant I and II as defined by the NC Board of Nursing.

Work Performed

In addition to duties outlined in NAI job description, the following duties may be performed : sterile dressing change for wounds over 48 hours old and wound irrigation; IV fluid assistance activities; oral / nasogastric feeding; urinary catheterization and irrigation; oxygen therapy, including room set-up and monitoring flow-rate; break up and removal of fecal impaction; oropharyngeal and nasopharyngeal suctioning; tracheotomy care; ostomy care, irrigation and annual skills validation. Participate in own professional development by maintaining required skills validation and attending educational offerings. Support the development of other staff and formal learners. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of sterile techniques and special procedures that are applicable to work performed. Working knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering routine and special treatments to patients. Working knowledge of principles and practices of providing nonprofessional bedside patient care. Working knowledge of sanitation, personal hygiene and basic health and safety precautions applicable to work in a hospital. Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions. Ability to withstand prolonged standing and walking. Heavy lifting and the ability to transport stretcher and wheelchair patients to various hospital locations may be required. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to document and communicate pertinent information using computer and / or paper documentation tools. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and hospital staff. Working knowledge of the organization and physical layout of the hospital. Pre-employment Physical Capacity Testing Required.

Education

Completion of a Level I - Nurse Aide education program approved by the North Carolina Board of Nursing or successful completion of the NC-approved Nurse Aide I competency test. High School diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

N / A

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

Currently listed as a Nursing Assistant I (NAI) with the Division of Facility Services with no substantiated findings of abuse, fraud, neglect or misappropriation of property. BCLS certification must be maintained / completed by the end of new hire orientation.

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