Nurse Assistant

Henry Ford Health; Clinton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health seeks a Nurse Assistant for full-time night shift at Macomb Hospital. The role supports RN-led care in a high-acuity unit, with a 3x12 schedule and every other weekend.

You will assist with patient safety, comfort, and care, contributing to a mission-driven team at an established health system. Qualified applicants have a Nurse Assistant program completion and a willingness to work varying shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of Nurse Assistant program or current nursing student with Fundamentals of Nursing completed.
• Experience in a similar role or related medical programs preferred.
• CNA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the RN in providing patient care to meet safety and comfort needs.
• Provide input to help plan and implement patient care.
• Respond to emergent situations according to established procedures.
• Participate in ongoing education to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Uphold Henry Ford Health's Team Member Standards of Excellence in all interactions.

Skills

Patient care

Emergency response

Team collaboration

Communication with RN

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nurse Assistant program completion

Enrollment in nursing program (Fundamentals of Nursing completed)

Foreign-trained RN without MI license

Medical Assistant program

Tools

CNA certification

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

Job Title

Nurse Assistant

Full Time – 36 hours

Mid Night 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 the dynamic team at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, a high-acuity hub serving Macomb County¿s fast-growing communities. Located near the scenic Lake St. Clair, our hospital blends suburban comfort with easy access to Detroit, offering an ideal environment for both career growth and personal life. As part of Henry Ford Health, you'll contribute to a mission-driven organization committed to exceptional patient care and community well-being.

Role Overview

As a Nurse Assistant, you'll play a vital role in ensuring patient safety, comfort, and care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Your contributions directly support the RN in delivering high-quality care, responding to emergent situations, and fostering a compassionate patient experience. This role is essential to maintaining the standards of excellence 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

• Assist the RN in providing patient care to meet safety and comfort needs.
• Provide input to help plan and implement patient care.
• Respond to emergent situations according to established procedures.
• Participate in ongoing education to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Uphold Henry Ford Health's Team Member Standards of Excellence in all interactions.

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 current enrollment in a nursing program with successful completion of Fundamentals of Nursing OR foreign-trained RN without a Michigan RN license OR Medical Assistant program with or without experience OR at least one year of experience in a similar role.

Preferred Qualifications

• CNA certification preferred.

What We Offer

Join a collaborative team where you can grow your career, contribute to mission-driven work, and engage in continuous learning opportunities. At Henry Ford Health, you¿ll be part of a supportive environment that values your contributions and encourages professional development.