Patient Care Technician - Peds Acute Care - 36hrs - Night Shift

Henry Ford Health System; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health System is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Assistant for the Pediatric Acute Care department. This role involves providing essential patient support during 12-hour night shifts, assisting with daily living activities and reporting changes in patient conditions. A high school diploma or equivalent experience is required, along with BLS certification. Join a community-focused healthcare team committed to the best patient care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable job-specific experience required.
• BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Nurse Aide credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision.
• Aid with movement and placement of patients.
• Assist patients with personal care tasks.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department: Pediatric Acute Care

Schedule:36hrs, 12hr Night Shift 7pm-7:30am, Sunday - Saturday

• Perform basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision.
• Aid with movement and placement of patients.
• Assist patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living.
• Report findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Document necessary records.
• Keep patient rooms clean, orderly, and maintains medical equipment.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES REQUIRED:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Nurse Aide credentialed from the Michigan Nurse Aide Registry preferred. Any issuing authority accepted.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Health St. John Hospital
• Department: Peds Acute Care Unit 001
• Shift: Night Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable