Nurse Assistant - NU Observation

Henry Ford Health; Clinton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Nurse Assistant to support nursing staff in providing safe, compassionate patient care. You will assist with routine tasks, monitor patients, and report changes to the RN. Opportunities exist for students or foreign-trained nurses to qualify under certain pathways.

The role emphasizes continuing education, adherence to clinical standards, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to deliver quality care across Michigan facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program is preferred.
• RN students or foreign-trained RNs may qualify under certain conditions.
• Medical Assistant training can also be considered.
• At least 1 year of NA/PCT/PAT experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Under RN supervision, perform patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs.
• Provide input to assist in planning and implementing patient care.
• Respond to emergent situations according to established procedures.
• Participate in ongoing education and adhere to standards of excellence.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nurse Assistant program

Enrollment in nursing program

Foreign trained RN relocating to US without MI license

Medical Assistant program

1 year NA/PCT/PAT experience

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

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.

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: