Nursing Assistant-Progressive Care Unit-Night Shift

Description

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Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

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Summary:

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The NAI is responsible for administering direct patient care and performing other duties deemed necessary to insure optimal patient care, under the direction and supervision of a professional nurse. The NAI performs duties, such as feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, or moving patients or changing linens.

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Qualifications

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EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

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• High school graduate or equivalent. Completion of North Carolina (NC) Board of Nursing approved Nursing Assistant course.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

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• None required.
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LICENSURE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION

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• Certified by the N. C. Department of Facility Services as a NAI. BCLS Certification.
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS

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  Good interpersonal, communication and observation skills are essential. Understanding of patient care needs according to developmental stages for various age groups. WORK ENVIRONMENT

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  Exposure to blood borne pathogens, airborne pathogens, and other infectious diseases requiring the use of protective equipment; exposure to other hazards, such as radiation, toxic waste, chemical hazards based on the departments. Possible exposure to conditions, such as fumes, noxious odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

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• Standing, sitting, walking and working throughout the shift. Lifting, pulling, turning and pushing patients daily. Ability to use appropriate Safe-Patient Handling equipment. Visual acuity, auditory and verbal skills necessary. Stressful work periods and rotating shifts.
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Job Details

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Legal Employer: Lenoir Health

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Entity: UNC Lenoir Health Care

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Organization Unit: Progressive Care Uni

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Work Type: Full Time

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Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00

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Work Assignment Type: Onsite

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Work Schedule: Night Job

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Location of Job: LENOIR MEM

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Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

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Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.