Nursing Assistant - Med/Surg-6SE Renal/Oncology - Part Time (24hrs) - Days - Jackson, MI

Henry Ford Health System; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in a dynamic medical surgical unit that values compassion and teamwork. As a Nurse Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing essential patient care, ensuring safety and comfort, and supporting skilled nursing staff. This position offers a family atmosphere with flexible scheduling and opportunities for recognition. Ideal for those passionate about healthcare, this role provides a chance to grow while making a meaningful impact on patients' lives in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
• CNA preferred or completion of a Nurse Assistant program.

Responsibilities

• Perform specific patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs.
• Assist RN in planning and implementing patient care.

Skills

Patient Care

Blood Draws

Vital Signs Monitoring

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

CNA Certification

Completion of Nurse Assistant Program

Job description

UNIT DESCRIPTION:

General Medical Surgical Unit – 4 wings with a total of 64 beds

•Diverse patient population seeing a wide variety of diagnosis including renal and oncology •Skilled staff with large knowledge base including chemotherapy certified staff •Low RN turnover •Family atmosphere –Flexible scheduling –Employee recognition within the unit –Pride boards

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the direction and supervision of the responsible Registered Nurse (RN), performs specific patient care duties to meet the 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 rounding
• Identifies concerns related to patients, staff, and self, and communicates with the responsible RN

SHIFT TIME: 6:00AM - 6:30PM

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 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.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Jackson Hospital
• Department: Six South_East
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Allegiance Union