Nursing Unit Secretary jobs in North Carolina

Join our team at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist and make a significant impact on patient care while advancing your career as a Nurse Assistant (Full-Time Days) in a collaborative and dynamic academic learning healthcare environment! 

Position Highlights:

• Shift Schedule: Full-Time Nights
• Department: Med-Surg Unit A
• Location: Lexington Medical Center 

What We Offer:

• Wellness Incentives: Take advantage of up to $1,350 per year in wellness incentives through our LiveWELL program, prioritizing your well-being.
• Education Reimbursement: We invest in your professional growth, offering up to $2,500 per year towards a bachelor’s degree and up to $5,000 per year towards a graduate degree.
• Parental Benefits: We understand the importance of family, providing six weeks of paid maternity leave and four weeks of paid parental leave.
• Retirement: Secure your future with up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions, ensuring financial peace of mind.

What You’ll Need:

• High School Diploma or GED General Studies
• Successful completion of a North Carolina Board of Nursing Aide I approved training program/competency evaluation 
• Nurse Aide I Registration Division of Facility Services Nurse Aide I Registry 
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Preferred:   Prior experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer clerical tasks for patient admissions and medical records.
• Ensure confidential, accurate, and timely patient information sharing.
• Manage incoming calls and message transmission.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with the team, patients, and family.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment following procedures.
• Work efficiently and handle stress calmly.
• Perform NA1 4 skills as per facility guidelines.
• Assist patients with personal hygiene and daily activities under RN supervision.
• Complete assigned unit duties and support co-workers when possible.
• Provide age-appropriate patient care per guidelines.
   

Physical and Behavioral Requirements:

• Lift, carry, and push heavy objects.
• Perform bending, squatting, and standing tasks.
• Use visual acuity for reading and documentation.
• Maintain a sense of smell for safety.
• Utilize a sense of touch to evaluate vital signs.
• Communicate effectively verbally and audibly.