Nurse Assistant I & Unit Secretary- Emergency Department
American Addiction Centers•Lexington, NC
•$20 - $30•Onsite
About The Position
This is a full-time position in the Emergency Department at Lexington Medical Center. The role combines clerical duties with direct patient care responsibilities. The ideal candidate will be able to manage patient admissions, assemble medical records, handle communications, and provide basic patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The position requires a commitment to a safe, therapeutic environment and the ability to cope with stressful situations.
Requirements
- High school senior or high school graduate (or equivalent) required.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) required, registered with the Division of Health Service Regulation with no substantiated findings of abuse, neglect, or misappropriations of property.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) or CPR required.
- Reliable and maintains a professional appearance
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Good computer skills
- Performs effectively with frequent workload changes and competing demands
- Knowledgeable of all patient level care (pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric)
Nice To Haves
- Clinical experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Completes clerical duties for patient admissions and assembling of medical records.
- Ensures complete, confidential, accurate and timely communication of patient information.
- Handles and screens incoming calls, and transmits messages as necessary.
- Communicates to the team, co-workers, patients and family members in an effective, positive and professional manner.
- Contributes to a safe, secure and therapeutic environment for patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers by following established procedures.
- Conducts work in an organized, quiet, efficient manner and demonstrates ability to cope with stressful situations.
- Performs NA1+4 skills within the guidelines of medical facilitys NA-1 Enhancer Program.
- Provides or assists the patient with personal hygiene, comfort, and activities of daily living under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Completes assigned unit responsibilities and assists other staff members in completion of their duties when time permits.
- Provides age/developmental appropriate patient care in accordance with Age/Developmental Specific Care Guidelines for the specific age groups served.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Generous retirement offerings
- Programs that invest in your career development
- Paid Time Off programs
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Adoption assistance
- Paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
