ER Care Assistant: Fast-Impact Patient Support

spectrumhealth; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

On-demand pay (Payactiv)

Employee discounts

Job summary

Corewell Health in Michigan is seeking an Emergency Department team member to provide delegated patient care under the supervision of an RN, helping patients and families with compassion and competence.

You will perform routine bedside tasks, assist with procedures, document care, and participate in patient education and safety initiatives, contributing to fast, quality care in a fast-paced ED environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 6 months of inpatient caregiver experience or similar role.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine bedside nursing activities (ambulating, turning, bed hygiene).
• Assist with catheterizations, dressings, wound care and basic procedures as directed.
• Record vital signs, intake/output, and maintain accurate patient records.
• Assist with phlebotomy, simple suture removal, and other delegated tasks under RN supervision.
• Provide patient and family education regarding treatments and aftercare.
• Ensure supplies and equipment are stocked and ready for use in patient care areas.
• Maintain sterile technique and safe movement/transport of patients.
• Communicate effectively with patients and health care team to support patient-centered care.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Nursing assistant experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EMT license (preferred)

Job description

Corewell Health in Michigan is seeking an Emergency Department team member to provide delegated patient care under the supervision of an RN, helping patients and families with compassion and competence.

You will perform routine bedside tasks, assist with procedures, document care, and participate in patient education and safety initiatives, contributing to fast, quality care in a fast-paced ED environment.