Nursing Assistant - PCU (Nights)

Nursing Assistant - PCU (Nights) Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.Summary: The NAI is responsible for administering direct patient care and performing other duties deemed necessary to insure optimal patient care, under the direction and supervision of a professional nurse. The NAI performs duties, such as feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, or moving patients or changing linens.Responsibilities: Patients and families are served in providing direct patient care services. Performs duties and conducts interpersonal relationships in a manner to project a positive image of the department and hospital. Ensures that contacts with other health care members is friendly helpful and courteous.Other Information Education RequirementsHigh school graduate or equivalent.Professional Experience RequirementNone required.Licensure/Registration/CertificationCertified by the N. C. Department of Facility Services as a NAI. BCLS Certification.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities RequirementsGood interpersonal, communication and observation skills are essential. Understanding of patient care needs according to developmental stages for various age groups.Work EnvironmentExposure to blood borne pathogens, airborne pathogens, and other infectious diseases requiring the use of protective equipment; exposure to other hazards, such as radiation, toxic waste, chemical hazards based on the departments. Possible exposure to conditions, such as fumes, noxious odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.Physical RequirementStanding, sitting, walking and working throughout the shift. Lifting, pulling, turning and pushing patients daily. Ability to use appropriate Safe-Patient Handling equipment. Visual acuity, auditory and verbal skills necessary. Stressful work periods and rotating shifts.Job Details Legal Employer: Lenoir HealthEntity: UNC Lenoir Health CareOrganization Unit: Progressive Care UniWork Type: Part TimeStandard Hours Per Week: 24.00Salary Range: $15.63 - $17.98 per hour (Minimum to Midpoint)Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equityWork Assignment Type: OnsiteWork Schedule: Night JobLocation of Job: US:NC:KinstonExempt From Overtime: Exempt: NoQualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.