Nursing Care Assistant II​/HUC; CNAII-Duke University Hospital PACU

Nursing Care Assistant II/HUC (CNAII)-Duke University Hospital PACU 9:00am

Apply for the Nursing Care Assistant II/HUC (CNAII)-Duke University Hospital PACU 9:00am role at Duke University Health System
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At Duke Health, we are driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

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 1,062 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.
• Duke University Health System has 6,000+ registered nurses.
• Quality of Life:
  Living in the Triangle.
• Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility).

The Nursing Assistant (NA) is a patient care support partner with the Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and performs work as delegated by the RN or LPN. The NA provides direct care to patients and assists with non‑direct patient care unit coordination. The individual in this position is expected to perform basic care and comfort standards and have knowledge of the patient population needs in the assigned work area.

In addition, the NA is expected to assist the RN in the care of acutely ill patients.

They are expected to practice medical asepsis, respect the dignity and privacy of every patient and family, and to respect cultural differences during patient care. They must know and adhere to all basic policies and procedures and respond appropriately during emergency situations. They maintain the patient/family environment, perform general unit upkeep, order and maintain unit equipment, and order supplies as needed, with or without direct supervision.

The NA uses accurate verbal and written communication and documents patient care appropriately in the electronic health record. Tasks are performed within the scope of a Nursing Care Assistant I and II as defined by the NC Board of Nursing. Individuals in this role are typically scheduled for NCA II shifts at minimum 75% of the time.

• Prepare patients, equipment and supplies for specific procedures and provide manual assistance as required.
• Obtain and record patient data for medical records and inform RN/LPN of information collected.
• Administer treatment and personal care procedures to patients including feeding, bathing, hair care, changing clothing, nail care, bed‑making, ambulation, enemas, skin care, and bowel and bladder elimination; provide additional care as needed to meet the personal needs and comfort of assigned patients.
• Participate in teaching activities by reinforcing teaching instructed by RN or providers.
• Assist providers and nurses with physical examinations, positioning patients, changing non‑sterile dressings, and weighing patients.
• Take and record vital signs, record intake and output, and apply ice bags. 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, document and notify RN/LPN.
• 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 professional development by maintaining required skills validation and attending educational offerings. Support development of…