Nurse Assistant Float Pool

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Clinton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Nurse Assistant for a contingent day-shift (7A–7P) float pool. The role supports RN-directed patient care, with responsibilities focused on safety, comfort, and timely response to emergent situations.

Training and continuing education are emphasized to uphold our standards of excellence. Qualified candidates typically hold a CNA or complete a Nurse Assistant program, with high school diploma or GED as a minimum.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CNA preferred.
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program (titles may vary; e.g., PCT or PAT but role is similar) or currently enrolled in a nursing program.
• Foreign trained and licensed RN who relocated to the United States and does not hold a Michigan RN license is considered.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of the RN, performs patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs of the patient.
• Responds to emergent situations according to established procedures.
• Participates in continuing education and upholds Team Member Standards of Excellence.

Skills

CNA certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nurse Assistant program

Job 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.

Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of the responsible Registered Nurse (RN), performs specific patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs of the patient. Provides input to assist the RN in planning and implementing patient care. Responds to emergent situations according to established procedures. Recognizes and participates in own continuing education. The Nurse Assistant follows the Henry Ford Health System Team Member Standards of Excellence in all interactions.

~This is a contingent position for day shift float pool (7A-7P)

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: