Nurse Assistant-Telemetry Cardiology

Henry Ford Health; Detroit, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Henry Ford Health I5 Cardiac Telemetry Unit in Detroit provides care for patients with cardiology, heart failure, and dysrhythmias. Work alongside an interprofessional team in a fast-paced environment focused on evidence-based plans of care to achieve optimal outcomes.

Join a supportive team that mentors new graduates and offers opportunities for professional growth while delivering safe, compassionate care in a leading academic medical center setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program (NA/PCT/PAT) or Medical Assistant program or at least 1 year NA/PCT/PAT experience.
• May be enrolled in a nursing program and have completed Fundamentals of Nursing.
• Foreign trained RN relocating to the United States without Michigan RN license.
• CNA license preferred.
• Complete BLS Heartsaver Certification during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse, focusing on patient safety, comfort, and dignity.
• Collaborate with the RN to support evidence-based care planning and implementation tailored to each patient's cardiac needs.
• Respond promptly and effectively to emergent situations, following established protocols and demonstrating clinical judgment.
• Actively contribute to the interprofessional team, sharing observations and insights that enhance patient outcomes.
• Embrace continuous learning through ongoing education and professional development opportunities.
• Embed Henry Ford Health System's Team Member Standards of Excellence in all patient and colleague interactions.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Team collaboration

Clinical judgment

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nurse Assistant program (NA/PCT/PAT)

Medical Assistant program

1+ year NA/PCT/PAT experience

Nursing program coursework completed

Foreign trained RN relocating to US without MI license

Tools

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) license

BLS Heartsaver Certification

Job description

Position Summary:

The I5 Cardiac Telemetry Unit specializes in cardiology, heart failure and arrhythmias/dysrhythmias. The patient population in this 32-bed unit includes acute myocardial infarction, transcatheter aortic valve replacement, post-op cardiac catheter procedures, newly placed pacemakers, post EP procedures and coronary artery bypass graft from the ICU. Patients receive care from an interprofessional team that collaborate to ensure that they have an evidence-based practice plan of care to achieve the best outcomes.

Why You'll Love This Role:

Join a dynamic, fast-paced cardiac unit where you'll be an essential member of the care team making a real difference in patients' lives during critical moments. Our collaborative environment recognizes and celebrates the vital contributions of every team member. You'll work alongside experienced RNs who are committed to mentoring new graduates and supporting your professional growth. Our management team is dedicated to equipping you with the knowledge, skills, and resources to deliver exceptional, safe patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver compassionate patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse, focusing on patient safety, comfort, and dignity
• Collaborate with the RN to support evidence-based care planning and implementation tailored to each patient's unique cardiac needs
• Respond promptly and effectively to emergent situations, following established protocols and demonstrating clinical judgment
• Actively contribute to the interprofessional team, sharing observations and insights that enhance patient outcomes
• Embrace continuous learning through ongoing education and professional development opportunities
• Embody Henry Ford Health System's Team Member Standards of Excellence in all patient and colleague interactions

Company Description

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

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.