Nurse Aide I, Surgery & Trauma, Cary Hospital

OverviewThe Nurse Aide I supports and incorporates WakeMed's Patient & Family Centered Care (PFCC) model by delivering patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The four key concepts of PFCC are: Dignity and Respect = Listen to and honor patient and family perspectives and choices; Information Sharing = Communicate and share complete and unbiased information with patients and families in ways that are affirming and useful; Participation = Patients and families are encouraged and supported in participating in care and decision-making at the level they choose; Collaboration = Patients and families and the Nurse Aide I collaborate in the delivery of care. The Nurse Aide I understands the needs of the organization and supports the mission, vision, values, and aspirational goals. At WakeMed Health & Hospitals, we believe in delivering care with purpose, compassion, and excellence—the WakeWay. As a Nurse Aide with 5 West Surgery & Trauma Unit, you’ll be part of a team that places priority on patient safety, quality of care and staff safety at the only full-service hospital in Cary, North Carolina. Why Join 5 West Surgery & Trauma40-bed unitNurse Tech ratio of 1:8RN-to-patient ratio of 1:4Strong leadership support from unit and executive teamsCollaborative team culture where teamwork is fundamentalMagnet-designated nursing environment with a strong nursing voiceUnit Support & ResourcesCharge NurseICU Rounding NurseClinical Nurse SpecialistHospitalist CoverageMedical IntensivistCritical Care Advanced Practice ProvidersScheduling & Work Life BalanceSelf-Scheduling6-8 Week Schedules released 3 weeks in advance4-12 Week orientation with a PreceptorProfessional GrowthClinical ladder opportunitiesOpportunities to pursue certificationsParticipating in system and unit level committees Department DescriptionServing the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.EOE Recognition 5 West Surgery & Trauma is known for its strong culture of teamwork, engagement, and nursing excellence, including:DAISY and Petal Award WinnersTeam DAISY recognition - 2 years in a rowWakeMed Pyramid Society Award winnersMultiple national nursing conference presentersEmployee Benefits & PerksFree parking at all campusesHealth, Dental, Vision + 6 free mental health consults through LyraMetLife Pet Insurance403(b) retirement planPDO (vacation, sick, & holidays)Voluntary medical & daily expense insurance optionsWakeWell Rewards & wellness programsWakeMed Gives – financial assistance, well‑being initiatives & education supportKinderCare & Bright Horizons childcare partnershipsTuition & specialty certification reimbursementProfessional development support — we invest in your future LicensureNurse Aide I Required EducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent Required Experience1 Year Clinical - Nurse Aide Preferred