Nursing Assistant 6 South Surgical Unit

MedStar Health; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Michigan seeks a dedicated Nursing Assistant to join their progressive care surgical unit at Dearborn Hospital. This role involves assisting nursing staff with patient care, maintaining the nursing environment, and ensuring patient safety. Candidates should have a high school diploma and BLS certification, with prior healthcare experience preferred. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and a supportive team atmosphere as you contribute to excellent patient outcomes.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

Discounts on various services

Optional insurance options

Retirement savings options

Free onsite parking (optional)

Relocation assistance (optional)

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• AHA or ARC BLS certification required.
• Previous experience in a hospital or nursing home preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed nursing staff in providing direct patient care.
• Help maintain a clean and orderly unit environment.
• Facilitate patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Corewell Health is offering up to $1,500 as a sign on bonus for this opportunity!

About the unit

6 South is a 32-bed surgical unit with a primary focus on post-operative care of the abdominal surgery patient. You will work very closely with the surgeons and surgical residents. The unit fosters good teamwork, a friendly atmosphere, good collaborative relationship with the multidisciplinary team members of case management, PT/OT, Dieticians and social work. The unit fosters open communication, professional autonomy, a multicultural atmosphere, certified preceptors, well-structured atmosphere, and will enable you to have a large variety of patients to allow for great nursing experience and development of assessment skills. The unit has 8 telemetry beds for patients requiring cardiac monitoring post-surgery.

About Dearborn Hospital

Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the "Top 10 Hospitals" in Michigan, this major teaching and research hospital has been advancing care since 1953. It is a Level II trauma center and has been recognized for clinical excellence and innovation in the fields of orthopedics, neurosciences, women's health, heart & vascular, and cancer care.

Scope of work

Assists licensed nursing staff in providing direct patient care and helps in the environmental maintenance of the nursing unit under the direction of the Registered Nurse and within the scope of defined practice. Provides for personal care and safety needs of patients promptly under the supervision of licensed nursing staff including specific procedures and patient testing addressed in the patient plan of care. Maintains an orderly unit environment with sufficient supplies and equipment in order to facilitate staff performance of patient care. Facilitates the admission, discharge, and transfer of patients on and off unit in accordance with established policies and procedures.

How we will care for you, while you care for our patients

* Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

* On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

* Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!

* Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

* Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

* Free onsite parking (OPTIONAL)

* Relocation assistance (OPTIONAL)

Range of Pay

* Pay starting at $15.13.

Qualifications

* High School Diploma or Equivalent Required

* AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Required

* Previous hospital or nursing home experience Preferred

* Current CNA certification Preferred

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!

• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Dearborn Hospital - 18101 Oakwood Blvd - Dearborn

Department Name

Nursing Progressive Care Surgical - Dearborn

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

11:30 p.m. - 8:00 a.m.

Days Worked

variable

Weekend Frequency

Every other weekend

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