Nursing Care Assistant I CNA-Duke University Hospital Neuro Stepdown 8 DCT

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Requisition Number: 274490

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Location:

Durham, NC, US, 27710

Personnel Area: DUKE HOSPITAL

Date: Sep 11, 2026

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 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:

Nursing Care Assistant I-Duke University Hospital Neuro Stepdown 8 DCT

$5000 Commitment Bonus paid in 2 equal installments

3-12 hour shifts per week

Rotating shifts 7:00am-7:30pm or 7:00pm-7:30am

Unit 8DCT at Duke University Hospital is a 37-bed Neuro-Trauma-Stroke Progressive Care Unit (Stepdown) that provides specialized intermediate care for acute neurological patients

The Nursing Assistant I (NA I) works as a patient care support partner alongside Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to provide compassionate, high-quality care to patients. This role supports both direct patient care and unit coordination activities in a hospital setting. The NA I assists with activities of daily living, monitors and documents patient information, maintains a safe and clean environment, and helps ensure patient comfort and well-being.

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Essential Physical Job Functions:

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

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