Atrium Health - Charlotte, NC
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Charlotte, NC
1,001-5,000 employees
Ambulatory Health Care Services
About the position
The Nurse Aide - Weekender at Atrium Health Mercy plays a crucial role in providing patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This position focuses on assisting patients with daily living activities, maintaining a safe and clean environment, and supporting the clinical needs of the patient population served. The role requires a commitment to maintaining professional competencies and adhering to safety protocols while delivering compassionate care.
Responsibilities
- Supports patients/residents with activities of daily living.
- Assists patients/residents with personal hygiene.
- Takes vital signs and height and weight measurements.
- Feeds and ambulates patients/residents according to specific procedures.
- Maintains patient/resident's rooms in a clean and orderly condition.
- Observes and reports changes in patient/resident conditions.
- Orients patients/families to unit and instructs patient on safety measures.
- Assists with clerical work such as answering phones, entering data, and maintaining medical records.
- Maintains stock supply items in inventory management.
- Performs duties as outlined in the scope of Nurse Aide I or Nurse Aide II tasks.
- Performs technical tasks with appropriate training such as administering a 12-Lead Electrocardiogram test and routine venipuncture.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Current listing with the DFS Nurse Aide Registry as a Nurse Aide I or with the North Carolina Board of Nursing as a Nurse Aide II.
- BLS certification required per policy guidelines.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in Leadership.
