NURSING CARE ASSISTANT I - DUKE WOMEN'S HEALTH AT PATTERSON PLACE

Company: Dukehealth.org
Location: Durham
Posted on: November 10, 2024

Job Description:

Duke Health Integrated Practice is an exceptional, multi-specialty physician practice encompassing 140 clinics across North Carolina. We attract and retain premier medical professionals with competitive compensation, benefits, and a nurturing work atmosphere that unites passion and purpose.

Learn more about us: https://dhip.dukehealth.org/about-us

JOB LOCATION:

Duke Women's Health at Patterson Place - 5324 McFarland Dr

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a Nursing Care Assistant I in our Duke Women's Health at Patterson Place clinic located in Durham, NC to be an integral member of the healthcare team to provide direct and indirect care to patients.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures; document and communicate pertinent information
• Assist the physician during the examination and procedures
• Record vital signs and perform intake with the exception of medication review
• Collect/prepare laboratory specimens as within scope; perform Point of Care laboratory tests
• Sterilize medical instruments using Autoclave as appropriate
• Daily clinic preparation process - QC and safety checks
• Clean and restock exam rooms
• Monitor and/or order clinic supplies
• Review instructions with patients and/or caregivers
• Perform other clinical functions as delegated and supervised by the physician and/or RN JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
  • 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.
  • BCLS certification must be maintained/completed by the end of new hire orientation, which typically takes place during the first week of employment.
    
    JOB HOURS:
    
    The schedule for this position is day shifts.
    
    Job Code: 00004105 NURSING CARE ASSISTANT I
    Job Level: B2
    
    Some roles within our organization may encompass essential job functions requiring distinct physical and/or mental capabilities. Further details and accommodation requests will be addressed by individual hiring departments.
    
    Duke Health Integrated Practice is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment, fostering a diverse workforce without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
    
    We aspire to build a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our shared achievements rely on a dynamic exchange of ideas, flourishing best when a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences thrive. Upholding these values is a collective responsibility within our community.
    
    This job description aims to outline representative responsibilities for this title, not an exhaustive account of specific duties. Employees may be assigned job-related tasks beyond those explicitly outlined here.

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