Nurse Assistant - Float Pool

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Nurse Assistant for the St. John Hospital Float Pool. The role involves supporting RN-driven patient care, ensuring safety and comfort across shifts in a dynamic hospital environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, CNA preferred, and completion of a Nurse Assistant program or enrollment in a nursing program, with various NA paths considered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CNA preferred.
• Completion of Nurse Assistant program or current enrollment in a nursing program, or related NA/PCT/PAT experience.

Responsibilities

• Under RN supervision, perform patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs.
• Provide input to assist the RN in planning patient care.
• Respond to emergent situations per procedures.
• Participate in continuing education and uphold standards of excellence.

Skills

CNA

Patient care

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

Location: St. John Hospital

Department: Float Pool

Schedule: 36hrs/week; 12hr Day Shift, 7:00am-7:30pm; Every other weekend; Every other holiday

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.

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:

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