Nurse Assistant Oncology

Henry Ford Health; Clinton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford St. John Hospital in Michigan is seeking a Nurse Assistant to perform patient care duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role supports the care planning process and responds to emergencies, with opportunities for continuing education.

Typical requirements include a high school diploma or GED, CNA preferred, and possible enrollment in a nursing program. Experience as NA/PCT/PAT or similar is considered advantageous for this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CNA preferred.
• One year of NA/PCT/PAT experience or related role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of an RN, performs patient care duties for safety and comfort.
• Provides input to assist RN in planning and implementing patient care.
• Responds to emergent situations according to procedures.
• Participates in continuing education.
• Adheres to Henry Ford Health System Team Member Standards.

Skills

Patient care

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nurse Assistant program completed

Currently enrolled in nursing program

Foreign-trained RN without MI license

Medical Assistant program

1 year NA/PCT/PAT experience

Job description

Job Description

Location: Henry Ford St. John Hospital

Department: Oncology

Schedule: 36hrs/week; 12hr Night Shift, 7:00pm-7:30am; Every other weekend; Every other holiday

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:
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:

• Complete BLS Heart Saver Certification during orientation.