Nurse Assistant (NA) Neurosurgery Unit

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Wake Forest, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Assistant provides direct patient care in the Neurosurgery Unit under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), participates in implementing the nursing process, and performs special procedures as directed. The role helps maintain a safe and therapeutic environment, ensures accurate and timely communication of patient information, and communicates professionally with the care team, patients, and families. Patient care must be appropriate to the age and developmental needs of the patients served.

This is a full-time position scheduled for 40 hours per week, working 0700–1930 three days per week. The schedule includes a rotating third-weekend requirement and holiday teams. The work environment involves contact with patients, families, visitors, coworkers, and medical staff; regular exposure to blood-borne, infectious, and contagious diseases; frequent interruptions; occasional radiation hazards and exposure to cleaning agents or chemicals; and occasional irregular hours. Personal protective equipment is used.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Completion of an applicable state-approved Nurse Aide I course.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform effectively amid frequent workload changes and competing demands.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse and participate in implementing the nursing process.
• Perform special procedures correctly under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Create and maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, self, coworkers, and the facility.
• Ensure complete, accurate, and timely communication of patient information.
• Communicate effectively, positively, and professionally with the team, coworkers, patients, and family members.
• Take personal responsibility and initiative for performance, professional growth, and development.
• Provide age- and developmentally appropriate care in accordance with the applicable Age/Developmental Specific Care Guidelines.

Benefits

• Paid time off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Potential premium pay, incentive pay for select positions, and annual performance-based increases.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED