CNA - Inpatient Unit - Nights - Full Time

Surgery Partners Careers•Durham, NC

11d•Onsite

About The Position

North Carolina Specialty Hospital (NCSH), is a private, physician-owned medical center that opened its doors in 1926. North Carolina Specialty Hospital's commitment to growth and continuous improvement has helped the hospital maintain a number of high rankings in both quality measures and patient satisfaction. North Carolina Specialty Hospital offers surgical specialties in orthopedics, ophthalmology, ear, nose and throat as well as sports medicine, oral, plastic, podiatry, general surgery, interventional radiology, pain management, reconstructive surgery and more.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, with documented certification as a nursing assistant
CNA I certification required
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; certification must be through an AHA or ARC accredited course.
At least one (1) year of previous experience in a hospital based or ambulatory surgical center

Nice To Haves

CNA II certification preferred
Previous experience with medical records and computer skills preferred

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the registered nurse, the NA will assist patients across the age continuum (4 weeks to geriatric) with activities of daily living, providing basic nursing care to patients and assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment.
The NA must demonstrate the ability to provide clerical support and receptionist duties to enhance delivery of patient care.
The NA must demonstrate the ability to work under pressure and in situations that demand patience, tact, stamina and endurance.
The primary objective of this position is to assure the delivery of comprehensive, safe, effective, cost effective and appropriate nursing care for patients across the age continuum in accordance with established hospital policy, nursing practice standards.
The NA must demonstrate the ability to assist physicians in procedures.