Compassionate Nurse Assistant: Patient Care & Team Support

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit, United States is seeking a compassionate Nurse Assistant to support Registered Nurses with direct patient care. The role emphasizes patient comfort, safety, and dignity within a collaborative team focused on excellent outcomes.

The position requires completion of a Nurse Assistant program or current enrollment in nursing, with preferred CNA certification and experience. This role involves clinical duties, documentation, and adherence to HIPAA in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program (PCT/PAT or similar).
• Current enrollment in a nursing program with Fundamentals of Nursing completed.
• Medical Assistant program completion with or without prior experience.
• Minimum one year of Nurse Assistant/PCT/PAT experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, including bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, mobility, and comfort measures.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges with a welcoming, supportive demeanor.
• Maintain clean, safe, and therapeutic patient environments per standards and infection control.
• Respond to patient calls promptly with empathy and patience.
• Communicate clearly with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Education

Nurse Assistant program

Current enrollment in nursing program

Medical Assistant program

Experience in nurse aide role

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Henry Ford Health in Detroit, United States is seeking a compassionate Nurse Assistant to support Registered Nurses with direct patient care. The role emphasizes patient comfort, safety, and dignity within a collaborative team focused on excellent outcomes.

The position requires completion of a Nurse Assistant program or current enrollment in nursing, with preferred CNA certification and experience. This role involves clinical duties, documentation, and adherence to HIPAA in a fast-paced