Nursing Care Assistant I/Health Unit Coordinator CNA-Duke Eye Center
Company: Duke Health
Location: Durham
Posted on: June 16, 2026
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Job Description:
At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate
care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the
greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and
discover how we can advance health together. About Duke University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in
Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best
in the United States. The largest of the four Duke Healthhospitals
with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and
therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma
center, an endo-surgery center, and more. Duke Nursing Highlights: 9:00am-5:30pm or 8:30am-5:00pm The Nursing Assistant (NA) is a patient care support partner
with the Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Practical Nurse
(LPN) and performs work as delegated by the RN or LPN. The NA
provides direct care to patients and assists with non-direct
patient care unit coordination. The individual in this position is
expected to perform basic care and comfort standards as well as
have knowledge of the patient population needs in the assigned work
area. In addition, the NA is expected to assist the RN in the care
of acutely ill patients. This individual is expected to practice
medical asepsis, respect the dignity and privacy of every patient
and family, and to respect cultural differences during patient
care. They are expected to know and adhere to all basic policies
and procedures and respond appropriately during emergency
situations. They are expected to maintain the patient/family
environment, perform general unit upkeep, order and maintain unit
equipment, and order supplies as needed, with or without direct
supervision. The NA is expected to use accurate verbal and written
communication and to document patient care appropriately in the
electronic health record. Perform a variety of clerical duties
involved in preparing, maintaining, and processing patient, unit(s)
and hospital data and records to include operating the
organization's patient care information systems. Individuals in
this role are typically scheduled for NCA I shifts at minimum 25%
of the time. Prepare patients, equipment and supplies for specific procedures
and provide manual assistance as required. Obtain and record patient data for medical records noting and
informing RN/LPN of information collected. Administer treatment and personal care procedures to patients
including, but not limited to, feeding, bathing, hair care,
changing clothing, nail care, bed-making, assisting with
ambulation, enemas, skin care, and bowel and bladder elimination;
provide such additional care as required to meet the personal needs
and comfort of assigned patients. Participate in teaching activities by reinforcing teaching
instructed by RN and/or providers as needed. Assist providers and nurses with physical examinations by
helping position patients, changing non-sterile dressing and
weighing patients. Take and record vital signs, record I&O, and apply ice bags.
Note and report any changes in patient's condition. Turn and
position patients, set up and feed patients as necessary, provide
patients with fresh drinking water. Perform fingersticks for blood glucose testing, with appropriate
training, document and notify RN/LPN. Assist with admission, discharge, and transportation of
patients. Follow standard precautions and use personal protective
equipment as required. Collect, deliver and conduct routine tests on patient specimens.
Clean assigned area; stock and replenish supplies and equipment as
required. Participate in own professional development by maintaining
required skills validation and attending educational offerings.
Support the development of other staff and formal learners. May also perform clean dressing change for wounds over 48 hours
old. Perform a variety of clerical tasks involved in operating the
organization's patient care information system. Acknowledge orders
on EMR task list, verify printout and input verified orders to
request diets, treatments, nursing services, equipment and
diagnostic and laboratory tests and procedures. Assemble and maintain patient charts from admission through
discharge. Prepare and upload paper documents into the electronic
medical record (EMR). Navigate electronic medical record, access patient information,
generate reports, schedule appointments and manage task list. Assign nursing staff to communication systems. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described
herein. N/A N/A Currently listed as a Nursing Assistant I (NA I) with the N.C.
Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service
Regulation with no substantiated findings of abuse, fraud, neglect
or misappropriation of property. BCLS certification must be maintained/completed by the end of
new hire orientation, which typically takes place during the first
week of employment. Working knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in
administering routine and special treatments to patients. Working knowledge of sanitation, personal hygiene and basic
health and safety precautions applicable to work in a hospital. Working knowledge of the organization and physical layout of the
hospital. Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety
precautions. Ability to withstand prolonged standing and walking. This position is very active and requires standing, walking,
bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing all
day. The employee must frequently lift or move objects and patients
weighing over 35 pounds with assistance or appropriate lift
equipment. Ability to understand and follow oral and written
instructions. Ability to document and communicate pertinent information using
computer and/or paper documentation tools. Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with patients and hospital staff. Working knowledge of principles and practices of providing non-
professional bedside patient care. Pre-employment Physical Capacity Testing may be required. Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing
employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age,
color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity,
genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex
(including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual
orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration,
innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success
depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best
when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and
experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential
that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the
contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices
are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to
uphold these values. Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health
System may include essential job functions that require specific
physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and
provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be
provided by each hiring department.
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