Nurse Assistant-Cardiology

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

Job summary

Henry Ford Health seeks a Nurse Assistant for the H5 Cardiac Telemetry Unit in Detroit. You will support RNs in delivering compassionate care to cardiac patients, including those awaiting or recovering from procedures and transplants.

You’ll help ensure safety, accurate monitoring, and effective communication within a fast-paced team. Joining HF Health means contributing to a culture of caring, continuous learning, and patient-centered outcomes in a renowned academic health system with extensive

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program or equivalent.
• CNA certification preferred.
• May be enrolled in a nursing program or foreign-trained RN relocation considered.
• Medical Assistant program may apply; experience helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care support meeting safety, comfort, and dignity needs.
• Collaborate with Registered Nurses to plan and implement individualized care.
• Respond promptly to emergencies, alarms, and changing conditions.
• Maintain a safe, clean patient environment following safety protocols.
• Participate in ongoing education to expand clinical knowledge and skills.
• Represent HF Health System standards of excellence in patient interactions.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient safety

Communication

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nurse Assistant program completion

CNA preferred

Nursing program enrollment / foreign trained RN consideration

Medical Assistant program option

1 year NA/PCT experience

Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a Nurse Assistant on our dynamic H5 Cardiac Telemetry Unit—a 32-bed specialized cardiac care environment—you'll play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care. Working collaboratively with our Registered Nurses, you will:

• Deliver Compassionate Patient Care: Provide direct patient care support to meet the safety, comfort, and dignity needs of our diverse cardiac patient population, including those preparing for or recovering from cardiac interventions, LVAD support, and heart transplant procedures
• Support Clinical Excellence: Collaborate with the nursing team to assist in planning and implementing individualized patient care, contributing your observations and insights to enhance patient outcomes
• Respond with Confidence: Recognize and respond promptly to patient emergencies, alarms, and changing conditions, communicating critical information to the appropriate healthcare team members
• Champion Patient Safety: Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable patient environment while adhering to all safety protocols and infection control standards
• Embrace Continuous Learning: Actively participate in ongoing education and professional development opportunities to expand your clinical knowledge and skills
• Embody Our Values: Demonstrate the Henry Ford Health System Team Member Standards of Excellence in every patient interaction and team collaboration, contributing to our culture of caring and compassion

Join a team that's making a real difference in cardiac care. The H5 Unit is known for its dynamic, supportive environment where every team member is valued and empowered to provide exceptional care.

Company Description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.
Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.
Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• CNA preferred.
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program (titles for similar programs may vary; e.g., Patient Care Technician (PCT) or Patient Assistant Technician (PAT) but perform the same job role.)
• OR May be currently enrolled in a nursing program and have successfully completed the Fundamentals of Nursing course. OR Foreign trained and licensed RN who has relocated to the United States and does not hold a Michigan Rn license. OR Medical Assistant program with OR without experience.
• OR At least one (1) year of previous experience in an NA, PCT, PAT, or similar job role.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• Complete BLS Heart Saver Certification during orientation