Nurse Assistant - 7th Floor Surgical - Part Time - Nights - Wyandotte

Henry Ford Health System; Wyandotte (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wyandotte is seeking a dedicated Nurse Assistant to join their 7th Floor Surgical team. In this role, you will ensure patient comfort and safety, assist with essential care tasks, and contribute to a supportive healthcare environment. The position requires a high school diploma and completion of a Nurse Assistant program or equivalent experience. Join a compassionate team committed to exceptional patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in a similar role.
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program or enrollment in a nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine tasks like measuring vital signs and collecting specimens.
• Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Provide hands-on personal care and maintain a clean patient environment.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Completion of Nurse Assistant Program

Medical Assistant Program

Job description

Department: 7th Floor Surgical

Location: Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital, 2333 Biddle Ave, Wyandotte, MI 48192

Schedule: 24 hours per week, every other weekend and holiday rotation

Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM (2x12 hours shifts)

Are you passionate about patient care and looking to grow in a dynamic, supportive healthcare environment? As a Nurse Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring patient comfort, safety, and well-being. Working under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), you will assist with essential patient care tasks and actively contribute to a positive patient experience.

ABOUT OUR UNIT:

The 7th Floor is a 23-bed surgical unit specializing in post-operative and trauma care. We provide comprehensive care for patients recovering from various surgical procedures, including hip and knee replacements, spine and other orthopedic surgeries, bariatrics, hysterectomies, and general surgeries. Our team also offers telemetry monitoring and is recognized as a Center of Excellence for both Orthopedics and Bariatrics. We take pride in our Rapid Recovery Program for joint replacement patients, which allows most patients to return home the day after surgery. This commitment to exceptional patient outcomes is driven by our skilled and compassionate team.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Your day-to-day impact includes:

• Performing routine tasks such as measuring and recording vital signs, collecting and labeling specimens including blood draws, and performing venipuncture and chemsticks.


• Assisting with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges as directed by the RN.


• Providing compassionate, hands-on personal care, including bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, mobility, and comfort.


• Communicating effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to support seamless care delivery.

Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized patient environment

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
To qualify, you'll need a high school diploma or equivalent and one of the following:

• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program (titles may vary: Patient Care Technician (PCT), Patient Assistant Technician (PAT)).


• Enrollment in a nursing program with completed Fundamentals of Nursing.


• Foreign trained and licensed RN who has relocated to the United States and does not hold a Michigan RN license


• Medical Assistant program (with or without experience).


• At least one (1) year of experience in an Nurse Assistant, Patient Care Tech, or Patient Assistant Tech, or similar job role.

• Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) preferred

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

*Complete BLS Heart Saver Certification during orientation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Physical ability to lift and move patients, supplies, and equipment.


• Prolonged standing, walking, and lifting of patients, supplies, and equipment.


• Works in patient care area environments, which may include exposure to communicable diseases, unpleasant odors, acute patient conditions, potential exposure to infection, and hazardous gases.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital


• Department: 7th Floor Surgical-WH


• Shift: Night Job


• Union Code: Not Applicable