Nurse Assistant-MICU

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit is seeking a Nurse Assistant for the MICU, a dynamic 68-bed unit delivering high-quality care in a fast-paced environment.

You will work under RNs to provide supportive patient care, ensuring safety, comfort, and dignity while participating in individualized care planning and emergency response. CNA-licensed candidates or those enrolled in nursing programs are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. is required.
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program or Medical Assistant program is preferred.
• At least 1 year of NA/PCT/PAT experience is required or enrollment in a nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care support including positioning and mobility to ensure safety.
• Collaborate with nursing team to implement care plans and communicate observations.
• Respond promptly to patient needs and emergent situations following protocols.
• Maintain a clean, safe patient environment and assist with activities of daily living.
• Participate in ongoing education and professional development.
• Demonstrate compassion, teamwork, and accountability in interactions.

Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Nurse Assistant program

Medical Assistant program

1 year NA/PCT/PAT experience

Nursing program enrollment possible

Foreign trained RN relocating

Job 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

The Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) is a dynamic 68-bed unit divided into six pods spanning two floors, where you'll care for some of the region's most critically ill medical patients. As a primary referral center, our MICU attracts complex cases from across the state, making it an exceptional learning environment. This highly collaborative, multi-disciplinary setting is powered by a shared commitment to high-quality care and evidence-based practice. Here, Nurse Assistants are essential team members who directly impact patient safety and comfort in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.

Nurse Assistant Position Summary

Working under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN), you'll deliver compassionate patient care that prioritizes safety, comfort, and dignity. You'll be instrumental in reducing patient injury risk through attentive patient positioning and mobility support. Your contributions extend beyond daily tasks—you'll actively partner with the RN in planning and implementing individualized patient care, respond decisively to emergent situations, and embrace continuous learning opportunities. As a valued member of the Henry Ford Health System team, you'll embody our Standards of Excellence in every patient interaction and team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care support including positioning, turning, and mobility assistance to ensure patient safety and prevent complications
• Collaborate with the nursing team to implement patient care plans and communicate observations that inform clinical decision-making
• Respond promptly and professionally to patient needs and emergent situations following established protocols
• Maintain a clean, safe patient environment and assist with activities of daily living
• Actively participate in ongoing education and professional development to enhance clinical knowledge and skills
• Demonstrate compassion, teamwork, and accountability in all interactions with patients, families, and colleagues

Qualifications

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.
• Complete BLS Heartsaver Certification during orientation.