Nurse Assistant-Medical-Surgical Telemetry

Henry Ford Health; Clinton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Michigan is seeking a Nurse Assistant for the Medical-Surgical Telemetry unit. This full-time midnight shift (7p-7:30a) supports RNs by delivering safe, compassionate patient care and assisting with planning and implementing care.

Join a dedicated team at Henry Ford Health, located in Macomb County; the role offers opportunities for professional growth, ongoing education, and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program or current nursing program enrollment; foreign-trained RN without MI license or Medical Assistant program or 1 year NA-related experience.
• BLS Heart Saver Certification during orientation.
• CNA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform specific patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs.
• Provide input to assist the RN in planning and implementing patient care.
• Respond to emergent situations according to established procedures.
• Participate in continuing education to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Uphold the Henry Ford Health System Team Member Standards of Excellence in all interactions.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nurse Assistant program completion or active nursing program enrollment

BLS Heart Saver Certification during orientation

CNA certification preferred

Job description

Job Title

Nurse Assistant - Henry Ford Health

Nurse Assistant- Medical-Surgical Telemetry

Full-Time (36 hours) Midnights 7p-7:30a

About the Department

Join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health, serving Macomb County's vibrant and fast-growing communities. Located near the beautiful Lake St. Clair, our facility offers a high-acuity hub for patient care, blending suburban comfort with easy access to Detroit. This role is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic healthcare environment while enjoying the benefits of a supportive community and a convenient commute.

Role Overview

As a Nurse Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of our patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Your contributions will directly support the RN in delivering exceptional patient care, responding to emergent situations, and fostering a compassionate healthcare environment.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Perform specific patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs.
• Provide input to assist the RN in planning and implementing patient care.
• Respond to emergent situations according to established procedures.
• Participate in continuing education to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Uphold the Henry Ford Health System Team Member Standards of Excellence in all interactions.

What We Offer

Join a team where you can grow your career, collaborate with dedicated professionals, and engage in mission-driven work that makes a real difference. We provide ample opportunities for learning and development, empowering you to reach your full potential in a supportive and innovative environment.

Company Description

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Qualifications

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program (e.g., Patient Care Technician or Patient Assistant Technician) OR currently enrolled in a nursing program with successful completion of the Fundamentals of Nursing course OR foreign trained and licensed RN without 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 role.
• Complete BLS Heart Saver Certification during orientation.

Preferred Qualifications

• CNA certification preferred.