Nurse AssistantNeuro Stepdown

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Henry Ford Health's Neuro ICU in Detroit seeks a Nurse Assistant to join a 16-bed unit within the Neurosciences Institute. You will work with intensivists, residents, and nursing staff to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care to neurosurgical patients.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and completion of a CNA or Medical Assistant program, with at least one year of NA/PCT experience, or enrollment in a nursing program. BLS Heartsaver certification will be provided.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Nurse Assistant program or similar (PCT/PAT) preferred but not required.
• Medical Assistant program acceptable.
• At least 1 year of NA/PCT/PAT experience or current enrollment in nursing program.
• Foreign trained RN relocating to the United States without Michigan RN license.

Responsabilidades

• Partner with Registered Nurses to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care that prioritizes safety, comfort, and dignity for patients with complex neurosurgical needs.
• Actively contribute to care planning and implementation by providing observations and insights to help the RN optimize patient outcomes.
• Respond swiftly to emergent situations, following established protocols to ensure patient safety.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to support comprehensive patient care and excellence.
• Embrace continuous learning opportunities to expand clinical knowledge and advance nursing career.
• Adhere to Henry Ford Health System's Team Member Standards of Excellence in every interaction.

Conocimientos

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Emergency responsiveness

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Nurse Assistant program

Medical Assistant program

1 year NA/PCT/PAT experience

Enrolled in nursing program

Foreign trained RN relocating to US

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Ranked as a High Performing Hospital by U.S. News & World Report in Neurology and Neurosurgery, the Neurosurgical Intensive Care Unit (Neuro ICU) is a 16-bed unit dedicated to caring for patients with complex neurosurgical conditions. As part of the Henry Ford Neurosciences Institute, you'll work alongside a dynamic multidisciplinary team—intensivists, fellows, residents, advanced practice providers, pharmacy, physical therapy, and nursing staff. Nurse Assistants are essential team members who directly impact patient outcomes and recovery.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Partner with Registered Nurses to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care that prioritizes safety, comfort, and dignity for patients with complex neurosurgical needs
• Actively contribute to care planning and implementation by providing valuable observations and insights that help the RN optimize patient outcomes
• Respond swiftly and confidently to emergent situations, following established protocols to ensure patient safety and support the care team during critical moments
• Collaborate seamlessly with the multidisciplinary team to support comprehensive patient care and contribute to a culture of excellence
• Embrace continuous learning opportunities to expand your clinical knowledge and advance your nursing career
• Embody Henry Ford Health System's Team Member Standards of Excellence through every patient interaction and team engagement

Qualifications:

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.