Nursing Assistant - Med/Surg Telemetry

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Rochester (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant for our Crittenton Hospital Medical Center in Rochester, Michigan. The role supports direct and indirect nursing care under an RN, contributing to patient well-being and efficient unit operations.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and a current AHA BLS certification. You will join a team dedicated to compassionate care and community service, with opportunities for growth within Henry Ford Health.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Vital signs

Hygiene support

Feeding assistance

Post-mortem care

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job 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.

Job Description

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.