Nursing Assistant & Unit Secretary - Med/Surg Unit A - Days

American Addiction Centers•Lexington, NC

1d•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Unit A is a 45-bed unit providing comprehensive care for adult patients with diverse medical and surgical needs, including those requiring continuous cardiac monitoring. Our team fosters a collaborative, supportive culture focused on patient safety, evidence-based practice, and compassionate care. What makes Unit A special is our commitment to professional growth and teamwork, paired with advanced telemetry capabilities that allow us to manage complex conditions effectively.

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 facility's 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

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program