Medical Surgical Nursing Assistant

Corewell Health • Royal Oak, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Surgical Nursing Assistant works on 9 North Medical, a 35-bed medical/surgical unit serving a diverse patient population. The unit emphasizes patient-first care, teamwork, a positive staff culture, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary care team. Staff are encouraged to participate in the Professional Nurse Council and unit decisions through a Shared Governance Model.

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the assistant provides care according to the plan of care, unit routine, and hospital policy. The role includes safely transporting patients, providing in-person or remote-video observation for patients requiring constant observation, completing receptionist and clerical duties, and documenting care in the electronic medical record.

The position is based at Royal Oak Hospital, a major academic and referral center with adult and pediatric trauma designations and Magnet designation. It is full-time, with a day shift and 36 weekly scheduled hours. Work hours are listed as 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 a.m.; the schedule spans Sunday through Saturday and includes every third weekend.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support certification.
• Availability for the stated day-shift schedule, including every third weekend.

Nice To Haves

• Previous hospital or nursing home experience.
• Current CNA certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care according to the plan of care, unit routine, and hospital policy under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Safely transport patients by wheelchair or stretcher.
• Provide dispatch services and document services appropriately.
• Provide constant patient observation in person or through remote video monitoring when assessed as necessary for patient safety.
• Perform general receptionist and clerical duties to support efficient nursing-unit operations.
• Document care provided in the electronic medical record.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package addressing financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other offerings.
• Optional identity theft protection, home insurance, and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED