Nurse Assistant Medical Unit - 36 Hour Day Shift

Henry Ford Health System; Michigan; On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nurse Assistant to provide essential patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. In this role, you will assist with critical tasks such as blood draws, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring patient comfort and safety. This position offers an opportunity to grow in a dynamic medical-surgical unit, preparing for increased capacity in the future. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to a supportive healthcare environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program or equivalent experience.
• BLS Heart Saver Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care duties under RN supervision.
• Assist with blood draws and vital signs.
• Communicate patient concerns to the RN.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Venipuncture

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

CNA Certification

Nurse Assistant Program Completion

Job description

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.

These duties may include but are not limited to:

- Blood draws

- Vitals

- Performs venipuncture and chemsticks

- Team roundings

- Identifies concerns related to patients, staff, and self, and communicates with the responsible RN

UNIT DESCRIPTION:

Unit 44 - 15 bed Medical-Surgical Unit. This unit sees patients that admitted as inpatients for a wide range of medical diagnoses. The unit is also preparing for increased bed capacity in the future in preparation for future growth.

Shift: 7:00am to 7:00pm

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• H igh 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 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.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Macomb Hospital
• Department: NU 3400 Temp Observation-HFMH
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable