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SummaryThe Nursing Assistant I performs basic nursing skills, personal care activities, and other tasks as delegated by and under the supervision of the RN/LPN as defined by the NC Board of Nursing.
Attention Nursing Assistants!UNC Health Wayne is looking for Full Time Night Shift Nursing Assistants! Please click apply for a chance to become a part of the team at UNC Health Wayne. Responsibilities
Provides quality patient care which may include but is not limited to the following:
Measures vital signs including temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, etc.
Provides personal care such as bathing, mouth care, skin care, hair care, nail care, bed making, and dressing/undressing
Assists with nutritional needs of patients by performing tasks such as preparing patients for meal time and feeding patients when needed
Assist patients with elimination needs through tasks such as use of bedpan/urinal, bowel/bladder training, collection of specimens, and perineal/catheter care
Measure height and weight
Measure and record intake and output.
Accurately documents patient care as provided and according to unit specific standards.
Promotes effective communication between patients, teammates, physicians, and visitors.
Promptly reports abnormal vital signs and changes in the patient’s condition to the primary nurse or charge nurse
Communicates pertinent patient information during handoff report to other teammates
Communicates patient or family questions or concerns in a timely manner.
Ensures teamwork by demonstrating cooperative, constructive, and problem solving interactions.
Accepts delegated tasks and assignments that are within their scope of practice
Seeks help when needed and provides help to others when available.
Ensures a safe, clean, and orderly environment for self, patients, and teammates.
Utilizes proper body mechanics when turning/repositioning; transferring; assisting with ambulation; range of motion exercises; and using lifts, beds, stretchers, and wheelchairs
Ensures patient safety through utilizing items such as side rails, call bells, and mitts/restraints
Follows proper infection control techniques which include items such as handwashing, isolation techniques, and standard precautions.
Responds appropriately and promptly in emergency situations.
Recognizes signs and symptoms of distress and promptly notifies appropriate personnel
Obtains needed supplies/equipment in a timely manner
Participates in CPR or other needed emergency care within their scope of practice.
Provides assistance and customer service to patients and visitors.
Strives to develop rapport and trust with patients and visitors
Adheres to behavior expectations and utilizes Carolina Care techniques
Provides blameless apology and works toward resolution of patient/visitor concerns.
Other InformationEducation
Completion of state approved Level I Nurse Aide training and competency evaluation program or its equivalent.
High School graduate or equivalent.
Licensure/Certification
Current Listing on the North Carolina Nurse Aide I registry.
Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support.
Experience
At least one year in a health care setting preferred.
Hospital/Inpatient Experience strongly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Ability to provide excellent patient and customer care to all patients and their visitors as well as internal and external teammates.
Ability to speak, read, write, and communicate effectively.
Able to learn new software rapidly. Knowledge of Epic/EMR is helpful.
Valid NC Driver’s License: No
If driving a Wayne UNC Vehicle, must be 21 years old and MVR must be approved by Risk Management.
NUR-748
Job DetailsLegal Employer: Wayne Health
Entity: Wayne UNC Health Care
Organization Unit: Human Resources
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00
Work Schedule: Variable
Location of Job: WAYNE MED
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Medical Practices
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