Auto req ID
112963BR
Duke Entity
DUKE REGIONAL HOSPITAL
Job Code
4240 NURSING CARE ASST I/HEALTH UNIT COORD
Job Description
Occ Summary Perform a variety of nonprofessional nursing duties in the direct care of patients under the direct supervision of a RN/LPN. Perform tasks within thescope 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 with the ability to move or life at least fifty pounds 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 Level Characteristics
Location
Durham
Requisition Number
401590347
Position Title
NURSING CARE ASST I/HEALTH UNIT COORD - ICU - Full Time
Shift
First/Day
Job Family Level
B2
Full Time / Part Time
FULL TIME
Regular / Temporary
Regular
Department Name
INTENSIVE CARE UNIT
Minimum Qualifications
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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 (NAI) with the Division of Facility Services with no substantiated findings or pending of abuse, fraud, neglect or misappropriation of property. AHA Basic Healthcare provider certification must be maintained/ completed by the end of new hire orientation, which typically takes place during the first week of employment.