Nursing Assistant - Med/Surg Telemetry

Henry Ford Health; Rochester (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Rochester, MI is hiring a Nursing Assistant for CHMC. The role supports direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision. Part-time schedule: 24 hours, every 3rd weekend, with opportunities for growth within a mission-driven health system.

Requires high school diploma or GED and current AHA BLS certification (or obtain within first week). Join a team known for compassionate care and collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current AHA BLS certification or obtain within first week of hire through HEART CODE.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing basic patient care under RN supervision.
• Monitor and document vital signs, hygiene, feeding.
• Respond to call lights and support unit operations.
• Transport patients and deliver specimens, pharmacy orders, and blood products as needed.
• Adhere to safety, infection control, and patient confidentiality protocols.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient hygiene

Non-clinical duties

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About Henry Ford Health

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.

Job Description

Schedule: Part Time / Days / 24 hrs / every 3rd weekend

Job Title

Nursing Assistant

About the Department

Join our team at Crittenton Hospital Medical Center (CHMC), located in the charming and historic community of Rochester, Michigan. As part of the Henry Ford Health system, CHMC is known for its commitment to exceptional patient care and community service. Our Rochester campus offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big-system resources, with easy access to downtown shops, wineries, and top-rated schools. We pride ourselves on delivering compassionate care while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Role Overview

As a Nursing Assistant at CHMC, you will play a vital role in providing direct and indirect nursing care to patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Your work will directly support patient well-being and the overall efficiency of the unit, ensuring that every patient receives the highest standard of care in alignment with our mission.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Assist in providing basic patient care, including vital signs, hygiene, feeding, and post-mortem care.
• Administer basic treatments such as I & O measurement, specimen collection, and glucose monitoring.
• Respond to call lights, pass water and linens, and assist with non-clinical duties to support unit operations.
• Help transport patients and deliver specimens, pharmacy orders, and blood products as needed.
• Adhere to safety, infection control, and patient confidentiality protocols.

What You Will Need

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Current AHA BLS certification or obtain within the first week of hire through HEART CODE.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, we foster an environment where you can grow your career, collaborate with dedicated professionals, and contribute to mission-driven work. We provide opportunities for continuous learning and development, empowering you to make a meaningful impact in healthcare.