Nurse Assistant - 7th Floor Surgical Unit

Henry Ford Health; Wyandotte (MI); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health Wyandotte Hospital is seeking a Nurse Assistant for the 7th Floor Surgical Unit. This full-time daytime position supports RN-led patient care, ensuring safety and comfort for surgical patients.

You will perform patient care duties under RN supervision, contribute to care planning, and respond to emergent situations. The hospital offers a collaborative Downriver community environment with Detroit access.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program or current nursing student with Fundamentals of Nursing completed.
• Foreign-trained RN without Michigan license or Medical Assistant background acceptable.
• CNA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform specific patient care duties under RN supervision to meet safety and comfort needs.
• Provide input to 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 in all interactions.

Skills

Patient care

RN collaboration

Emergency response

Continuing education

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Nurse Assistant program completion

Enrollment in nursing program (Fundamentals of Nursing)

Foreign-trained RN without MI license

Medical Assistant program

1 year experience in a similar role

Job description

Nurse Assistant - 7th Floor Surgical Unit

• Full-time

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.

Nurse Assistant - Henry Ford Health Wyandotte Hospital

Full Time Days

36 hours per week / 7am-7:30pm

About the Department

Join the team at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital, a cornerstone of the Downriver community since 1926. Our hospital blends small-town connection with the resources of a large health system, offering a unique blend of historic charm and modern care. Located on the Detroit River, our team enjoys easy access to riverfront parks, marinas, and waterfront dining, all while being just a short drive from Detroit. At Henry Ford Wyandotte, you¿ll be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional care in a supportive and vibrant environment.

Role Overview

As a Nurse Assistant, you play a vital role in ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of our patients. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), you¿ll perform essential patient care duties, provide valuable input for care planning, and respond to emergent situations. Your work directly supports our nursing team and contributes to the exceptional care we provide to our patients every day.

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

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

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 the Fundamentals of Nursing course 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• CNA certification preferred.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, we foster an environment of collaboration, growth, and mission-driven work. You¿ll have access to ongoing learning opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients and community.

Join Our Team

By clicking the link above or any third-party link within this posting, you are leaving this site and going to a third-party website where the third-party website's terms and privacy policy apply