Nurse Assistant - Float Pool - Contingent - West Bloomfield

Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital • West Bloomfield Township, MI

81d

About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of the responsible Registered Nurse (RN), performs specific patient care duties to meet 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.

Requirements

• 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.)
• May be currently enrolled in a nursing program and have successfully completed the Fundamentals of Nursing course.
• Foreign trained and licensed RN who has relocated to the United States and does not hold a Michigan RN license.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program with OR without experience.
• At least one (1) year of previous experience in an NA, PCT, PAT, or similar job role.

Responsibilities

• Blood draws
• Vitals
• Performs venipuncture and chemsticks
• Team roundings
• Identifies concerns related to patients, staff, and self, and communicates with the responsible RN

Benefits

• Competitive health plan options, including three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan, and an HMO plan.
• Dental and eye care coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Family forming benefits
• Discounts to dozens of businesses

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED