Nursing Assistant I, Virtual Patient Observation

Wake Forest Baptist Health - High Point, NC

Full-time - Entry Level

High Point, NC

Hospitals

About the position

The Nursing Assistant I position at Wake Forest Baptist Health focuses on providing essential patient care in a virtual observation setting. This full-time role emphasizes collaboration within a dynamic healthcare environment, ensuring patient safety and comfort while supporting nursing staff in various tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN in patient care.
• Perform specialized procedures as directed.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for all patients.
• Ensure accurate and timely sharing of patient information.
• Communicate effectively, positively, and professionally with patients and staff.
• Provide age-appropriate care according to established guidelines.
• Take initiative for personal growth and development.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Successful completion of a North Carolina Board of Nursing Aide I approved training program/competency evaluation.
• Nurse Aide I Registration with the Division of Facility Services Nurse Aide I Registry.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior experience in patient observation.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program
• Up to $1,350 per year in wellness incentives
• Up to $2,500 per year towards a bachelor's degree
• Up to $5,000 per year towards a graduate degree
• Six weeks of paid maternity leave
• Four weeks of paid parental leave
• Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions