About this role
Duke Nursing Highlights: 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 for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification. Duke University Health System has 6000 + registered nurses Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle! Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility) Nursing Care Assistant I-Duke Ambulatory Surgery Center Arringdon Pre Op/PACU Nursing Assistant I (NA I) – Position Summary The Nursing Assistant I (NA I) works closely with Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to provide direct patient care and support daily unit operations. This role assists patients with activities of daily living, monitors and documents patient information, helps prepare patients for procedures, and supports the healthcare team in delivering safe, compassionate care. Key Responsibilities Assist patients with bathing, feeding, dressing, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and other personal care needs. Obtain and document vital signs, intake and output, blood glucose levels (with appropriate training), and other patient information. Observe and report changes in patient condition to the nursing team. Assist with admissions, discharges, transfers, and patient transportation. Support providers and nurses during exams and procedures. Collect and transport specimens and perform routine tests as assigned. Maintain patient rooms, equipment, and supplies. Follow infection prevention, safety, and patient privacy standards. Participate in ongoing education and professional development activities. Required Qualifications Current Nursing Assistant I (NA I) listing with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services with no substantiated findings of abuse, neglect, fraud, or misappropriation of property. BCLS (Basic Life Support) certification required by the end of new hire orientation. Preferred Skills & Qualifications Knowledge of patient care practices, infection control, and hospital safety procedures. Strong communication and documentation skills. Ability to work effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and maintain patient confidentiality. Physical Requirements This is a physically active role requiring frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, lifting, repositioning, and assisting patients throughout the shift. Candidates must be able to safely move patients weighing more than 35 pounds with assistance or approved lifting equipment. Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.