Nurse Assistant: Compassionate Patient Care & Growth

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

Job summary

Henry Ford Health's Jackson hospital campus in Michigan seeks a Nurse Assistant to support patient safety, comfort, and well-being under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. You will assist in care planning and respond to emergent situations, contributing to high-quality, compassionate care.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of a Nurse Assistant program or current nursing study with Fundamentals of Nursing, BLS certification, and a willingness to grow within a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program (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.
• Complete BLS Heart Saver Certification during orientation.
• CNA certification preferred.
• May be currently enrolled in a nursing program and have successfully completed Fundamentals of Nursing.
• At least one year of previous experience in an NA, PCT, PAT, or similar job role.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Nurse Assistant program completion or nursing program enrollment

BLS Heart Saver Certification

Foreign trained RN without Michigan license

Medical Assistant program

1 year NA/PCT/PAT experience

Job description

Henry Ford Health's Jackson hospital campus in Michigan seeks a Nurse Assistant to support patient safety, comfort, and well-being under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. You will assist in care planning and respond to emergent situations, contributing to high-quality, compassionate care.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of a Nurse Assistant program or current nursing study with Fundamentals of Nursing, BLS certification, and a willingness to grow within a