Nursing Assistant I, PRN, Pediatric Intermediate Care
This job posting is no longer active.
Winston Salem, NC, United States
Job ID: 126991
Job Family: Patient Care Support
Status: Part Time
Shift: Variable
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 12531085031501-Nursing - BCH
Overview
Nurse Assistant I, Pediatric Intermediate Care Unit,
Brenner Children's Hospital, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical, Winston-Salem, NC
Join our team at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist and make a significant impact on patient care while advancing your career as a Nurse Assistant (PRN, Days) in a collaborative and dynamic academic learning healthcare environment!
Position Highlights:
- Shift Schedule: PRN, (1 (12hr) shift every 2 weeks, 7a-7p)
- Department: Pediatric Intermediate Care Unit (PIMC)
- Location: Brenner Children's Hospital, AHWFB
What We Offer: (Benefits may not be applicable for Part-Time or PRN positions.)
- Wellness Incentives: Take advantage of up to $1,500 per year in wellness incentives through our LiveWELL program, prioritizing your well-being.
- Education Reimbursement: We invest in your professional growth, offering up to $2,500 per year towards a bachelor’s degree and up to $5,000 per year towards a graduate degree.
- Parental Benefits: We understand the importance of family, providing six weeks of paid maternity leave and four weeks of paid parental leave.
- Retirement: Secure your future with up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions, ensuring financial peace of mind.
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Completion of a North Carolina State Approved Nurse Aide I course and BLS certification required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Patient Care: Provide direct patient care, maintain a safe environment, and assist with activities of daily living.
- Communication: Relay messages, answer phones, and maintain records.
- Patient Information & Documentation: Record vital signs, fluid intake/output, and patient data. Collect specimens.
- Patient Dietary Assistance: Prepare, assist, and document patient meals.
- Patient Transfer/Discharge: Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges. Provide patient mobility support.
- Patient Environment: Maintain unit cleanliness, manage supplies and equipment, and inspect patient charts.
- Patient Records: Update, assemble, and maintain patient charts. Assist with record requests.
- Call Lights: Respond to call lights promptly.
- Phone Etiquette: Answer phones professionally and direct physician calls to nurses.
- Customer Focus: Provide excellent customer service, greet visitors, and assist with patient needs.
- Supplies & Equipment: Assess unit supply needs, maintain inventory, and deliver requisitions and specimens.
- Teamwork & Support: Assist with patient care procedures, orientation, and unit coordination.
- Meetings & Updates: Attend unit meetings and continuing education programs.
- Professionalism: Maintain a professional demeanor and adhere to department rules and standards.
- Other Duties: Perform assigned tasks as directed by management.
Physical and Behavioral Requirements:
- Perform various physical tasks, including lifting and bending.
- Maintain visual acuity, sense of smell, and sense of touch.
- Effectively communicate with patients, family, and staff.
- Manage high-stress situations due to patient volume.