Nurse Assistant

Henry Ford Health; Clinton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Macomb County is seeking a Nurse Assistant to join the Surg-Med ICU team. This full-time role offers a midnight shift schedule (6:30 pm–7:00 am) with every other weekend, providing essential patient care under the supervision of an RN.

You will perform basic nursing tasks, assist with care planning, respond to emergent situations, and participate in ongoing education. Required qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, completion of a Nurse Assistant program, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program (e.g., Patient Care Technician or Patient Assistant Technician).
• Enrollment in a nursing program may be considered.
• Foreign trained and licensed RN without a Michigan RN license may be considered.
• Medical Assistant program may be acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Provide specific patient care duties under RN supervision to meet safety and comfort needs.
• Assist the RN in planning and implementing patient care.
• Respond to emergent situations according to established procedures.
• Participate in continuing education to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Uphold Henry Ford Health System Team Member Standards of Excellence.

Skills

Patient care

RN supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nurse Assistant program

Enrollment in nursing program

Foreign trained RN without MI license

Medical Assistant program

Job description

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Job Description

Nurse Assistant - Henry Ford Health

Full Time – 36 hours

Midnight Shift: 6:30 pm – 7:00 am

3x12 hours shift - every other weekend

Dept 3600 Surg-Med ICU

Location Macomb Hospital : 15855 19 Mile Rd, Clinton Township, MI 48038

About The Department

Join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health, serving the vibrant and fast‑growing communities of Macomb County. Located near the beautiful Lake St. Clair, our facility offers a unique blend of suburban comfort and accessibility to Detroit. As a high‑acuity hub, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients while fostering a supportive environment for our team members to grow both personally and professionally.

Role Overview

As a Nurse Assistant, you play a vital role in ensuring the safety, comfort, and well‑being of our patients. Working under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide essential patient care, assist in care planning, and respond to emergent situations. Your contributions are key to maintaining the high standards of care at Henry Ford Health.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Provide specific patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs under RN supervision.
• Assist the RN in planning and implementing patient care.
• Respond to emergent situations according to established procedures.
• Participate in continuing education to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Uphold the Henry Ford Health System Team Member Standards of Excellence in all interactions.

What We Offer

Join a team where you can grow your career, collaborate with dedicated professionals, and engage in mission‑driven work that makes a real difference. We provide opportunities for continuous learning and development, empowering you to reach your full potential.

Qualifications

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program (e.g., Patient Care Technician or Patient Assistant Technician) OR
• Currently enrolled in a nursing program with successful completion of Fundamentals of Nursing OR
• Foreign trained and licensed RN without a Michigan RN license OR
• Medical Assistant program with or without experience OR
• At least one year of previous experience in a similar role.
• Complete BLS Heart Saver Certification during orientation.

Preferred Qualifications

• CNA certification preferred.