Nurse Assistant Stroke Cardiac Care Unit - 36 Hour Day Shift

Henry Ford Health System; Michigan; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Nurse Assistant to join their neuro unit. In this role, you will provide essential patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, ensuring the comfort and safety of patients with neuro conditions. Your responsibilities will include performing blood draws, monitoring vital signs, and actively participating in team roundings. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on excellence in patient care and continuous education. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CNA preferred or completion of a Nurse Assistant program.
• Experience in a similar role is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform specific patient care duties under RN supervision.
• Conduct blood draws and monitor vital signs.
• Communicate patient concerns to the responsible RN.

Skills

Patient Care

Blood Draws

Vital Signs Monitoring

Venipuncture

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

CNA Certification

Completion of Nurse Assistant Program

Medical Assistant Program

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:

30 bed unit specializing in neuro patients. Some of the patient population consisting of stoke/stroke-like symptoms, seizure, brain bleeds, and other neuro type diagnosis. In addition, will see small number of cardiac patients with a couple cardiac drips that are not titrated, and any other patient’s needed placement. All RNs ACLS and NIH certified.

Shift: 7:00am to 7:30pm

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 doesnot 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 4600 Neuro Stroke-Surg HFMH
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable