Nurse Assistant-Float Pool

Henry Ford Health; West Bloomfield Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit is seeking a Nurse Assistant for our Float Pool to support the clinical team with direct patient care, vital signs, and safety under RN supervision.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, CNA preferred, and may be enrolled in a nursing program. Completion of a Nurse Assistant program or related training may be considered. BLS required during orientation with growth opportunities within a leading academic health system.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• CNA preferred; one year of experience preferred
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program or equivalent (PCT, PAT)
• May be enrolled in a nursing program and have completed Fundamentals of Nursing
• Foreign trained and licensed RN or Medical Assistant program eligibility
• At least one year in NA/PCT/PAT or similar role

Responsibilities

• Deliver Direct Patient Care: venipuncture, blood draws, monitor vital signs, chemstick testing.
• Collaborate on Care Planning: participate in rounds and share observations.
• Communicate with Purpose: report concerns and safety observations to the RN.
• Respond with Confidence: handle emergent situations per protocols.
• Embrace Professional Growth: pursue continuing education to expand clinical skills.
• Uphold Excellence: adhere to Team Member Standards of Excellence.

Skills

Venipuncture

Vital signs

Patient care

Team communication

Safety protocols

Education

CNA certification

Nursing student

Job description

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.

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.

Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY

As a Nurse Assistant in our Float Pool, you'll be the vital link between patients and our clinical team. Working under the direction of our Registered Nurses, you'll deliver compassionate patient care while ensuring safety, comfort, and dignity. You'll be an active partner in care planning, bringing valuable frontline insights to team discussions and responding confidently to dynamic patient situations. Your commitment to continuous learning and our Team Member Standards of Excellence will make a real difference in patients' lives every single day.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Direct Patient Care: Perform venipuncture and blood draws with precision, monitor and record vital signs, and conduct chemstick testing to support accurate patient assessments
• Collaborate on Care Planning: Participate actively in team roundings and contribute meaningful observations that help shape individualized patient care strategies
• Communicate with Purpose: Identify and promptly report patient concerns, safety observations, and team needs to the responsible RN, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks
• Respond with Confidence: Handle emergent situations skillfully by following established protocols and supporting the clinical team when patients need us most
• Embrace Professional Growth: Actively engage in continuing education opportunities to expand your clinical skills and advance your nursing career
• Uphold Excellence: Embody Henry Ford Health System's Team Member Standards of Excellence in every patient interaction and team collaboration

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• CNA preferred, One year of experinece 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 Completion of a 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