Nurse Assistant-Infectious Diseases-36 hr/ week-Days-Detroit

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health seeks a dedicated Nurse Assistant for the Infectious Disease unit in Detroit. This role involves providing essential patient care under the guidance of registered nurses, focusing on patients with complex medical conditions. Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably have completed a Nurse Assistant program.

Qualifications

• Required high school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program preferred.
• At least one year of experience in a relevant role or enrollment in a nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care duties under RN supervision.
• Respond to emergent situations as per protocols.
• Assist in planning and implementing patient care.

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Completion of a Nurse Assistant program or Medical Assistant program

Experience in NA, PCT, PAT, or similar role

Job description

Nurse Assistant-Infectious Diseases-36 hr/ week-Days-Detroit

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Medical-Surgical - Infectious Disease

Common diagnoses in the Infectious Disease Unit include cellulitis, sepsis, HIV/AIDS, pneumonia, osteomyelitis, infected ulcers and any other fungal, bacterial and viral infections. This 23-bed unit hosts 12 negative pressure rooms and treats patients 15 years and older. The staff specialize in caring for special pathogens including MERS and multi-drug resistant organisms. Nursing assistants on this unit develop many skills by caring for patients with complex medical conditions. Many health systems do not have a special pathogen or an infectious disease unit, giving a unique professional experience and a great learning opportunity for all levels.

Medical-Surgical - Infectious Disease

Common diagnoses in the Infectious Disease Unit include cellulitis, sepsis, HIV/AIDS, pneumonia, osteomyelitis, infected ulcers and any other fungal, bacterial and viral infections. This 23-bed unit hosts 12 negative pressure rooms and treats patients 15 years and older. The staff specialize in caring for special pathogens including MERS and multi-drug resistant organisms. Nursing assistants on this unit develop many skills by caring for patients with complex medical conditions. Many health systems do not have a special pathogen or an infectious disease unit, giving a unique professional experience and a great learning opportunity for all levels.

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.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
• Must meet one of the following required criteria:
• 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.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program with or without experience.
• At least one (1) year of previous experience in an NA, PCT, PAT, or similar job role.
• May be currently enrolled in a nursing program and have successfully completed the Fundamentals of Nursing course.
• Foreign trained and licensed RN who has relocated to the United States and does not hold a Michigan RN license
  

Certifications/Licensures

• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) license preferred.
  
  

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus
• Department: Inpatient Floor F6
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care, Insurance, and Wellness and Fitness Services

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