Nurse Assistant - Float Staffing

Henry Ford Health; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time benefits

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Nurse Assistant for Float Staffing on a full-time schedule (36 hrs/week) in Warren, MI. The role involves assisting RNs, providing direct patient care, and supporting admissions, transfers, discharges, and daily operations on a hospital floor.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, CNA preferred, and completion of a Nurse Assistant program. Enrollment in a nursing program or foreign-trained RN may be considered; BLS certification required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program preferred; CNA preferred.
• Enrollment in a nursing program acceptable per policy.
• Foreign trained RN relocating to the United States without Michigan RN license may qualify.
• Medical Assistant program may qualify.
• At least one year of NA/PCT/PAT experience is helpful.
• Complete BLS Heart Saver Certification during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with admitting, transferring, and discharging patients.
• Provide personal care including bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, mobility, and comfort.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and therapeutic patient environment.
• Document patient care accurately and timely.
• Provide basic clerical duties as assigned.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and alarms and communicate needs to the RN.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Safety awareness

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nurse Assistant program

Foreign trained RN without MI license

Medical Assistant program

Enrollment in nursing program allowed

Job description

Job Description

Nurse Assistant - Float Staffing - Full-Time 36 hrs./week - Days

Eligible for Full-Time Benefits

Shift: Days 7:00 am to 7:30 pm, alternating weekend schedule

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.

Principle Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintains effective, professional, and appropriate communication during all patient, family encounters and healthcare team member interactions.
• Identifies concerns related to patients, staff, and self, and communicates with the responsible RN.
• Assists the RN in admitting, transferring, and discharging of patients.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to patients’ comfort and privacy and is engaged in patients’ care. Answers patient questions and explains procedures when performing.
• Maintains a clean, safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with HFHS standards.
• Recognizes and responds to emergencies and alarms and immediately communicates situations to appropriate persons.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient and unit care data.
• Documents patient care provided.
• Performs general clerical duties as assigned.
• Provides personal care assistance to patients, including bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, mobility, comfort, and transportation.
• Makes necessary supply deliveries to patient rooms and ancillary departments.
• Performs other related duties as required within the scope of practice.

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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

• Physical ability to lift and move patients, supplies and equipment.
• Works in patient care environments, which may include exposure to communicable diseases, unpleasant odors, acute patient conditions, potential exposure to infection, hazardous gases.
• Prolonged standing, walking, and lifting of patients, supplies and equipment