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 Regional Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina. With 388 beds it is the second largest of Duke Health's four hospitals and offers a comprehensive range ofmedical, surgical, and diagnostic services, including orthopedics, weight-loss surgery, women's services, and heart and vascular services. Duke Nursing Highlights: Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organizationNurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses. Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification. Duke University Health System has 6000 + registered nurses Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle! Relocation Assistance based on eligibility About Unit 5-1 — Medicine **Night Shift 7p-7a** Unit 5-1 – Medicine at Duke Regional Hospital is a 36-bed acute care stepdown unit caring primarily for patients experiencing end stage renal disease, shortness of breath, and altered mental status. As part of the team, you’ll have the opportunity to advance your career through bonuses for medical-surgical and geriatric certifications, conference attendance, and other educational opportunities. Team members can also join one of several committees focused on improving specific areas of patient care, including geriatrics, infection control, diabetes management, and more. Unit 5-1 offers team members self-scheduling in eight-week blocks with a weekend option, helping all team members find balance between their personal and professional schedules. Apply today to discover where a nursing career with Unit 5-1 can take you. Work Schedule Part Time, one 12-hour shift per week, Nights 7P-7A Occ Summary 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, theNA 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
