Nursing Care Assistant I/Health Unit Coordinator-Duke Univesity Hospital Abdominal Transplant

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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:

 

• Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organization
• Nurses 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)

 

$5,000 Commitment  Bonus 

Nursing Care Assitant I/Health Unit Coordinator – Abdominal Transplant Unit (6DCT)

Duke University Hospital | Durham, NC
37‑Bed Acute Care Unit | Adult Transplant 

Day Shift: 7:00am-7:30pm

3-12 hour shifts per week 

Make a Difference at One of the Nation’s Leading Academic Medical Centers

Duke University Hospital is seeking compassionate, driven Nursing Care Assistant I/Health Unit Coordinators  to join our Abdominal Transplant Unit (6DCT). This high‑acuity, fast‑paced unit provides exceptional care to patients throughout the entire transplant journey, from pre‑transplant evaluation through post‑transplant recovery and readmissions.

Our 37‑bed unit specializes in caring for patients with complex diagnoses, including:

• Liver Transplant (Pre & Post)
• Kidney Transplant
• Pancreas Transplant
• Small Bowel Transplant
• Hand Transplant

This is a highly collaborative environment where nursing expertise is valued and professional growth is encouraged.

Why Join 6DCT? | Department Highlights

• Strong culture of teamwork, interdisciplinary collaboration, and mutual respect
• Exposure to complex clinical care that builds:
  • Advanced critical‑thinking skills
  • Broad understanding of disease processes and body systems
  • Strong care coordination and case management expertise
• Continuity of care that fosters meaningful patient‑nurse relationships

Common Procedures & Treatments

• Diabetes management
• Pain management
• Complex wound care
• Telemetry monitoring
• Oxygen therapy
• Blood product administration
• IV fluid and medication management

 

General Description of the Job Class

 

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.

 

Duties and Responsibilities of this Level

 

Prepare patients