Nurse Assistant-3B Cardiac

Henry Ford Health • West Bloomfield, MI

3d

About The Position

The Nurse Assistant works on 3B, a 12-bed cardiac stepdown unit that also cares for patients with general medicine needs, including COPD, CFF, cardiac trauma that is not super acute, low sodium, and diabetes. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Nurse Assistant helps ensure patients’ safety, comfort, and well-being by providing essential care, supporting care planning, and responding to emergent situations. The role supports the nursing team and contributes to the patient experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program (such as Patient Care Technician or Patient Assistant Technician), or current enrollment in a nursing program with successful completion of Fundamentals of Nursing, or foreign training and licensure as an RN without a Michigan RN license, or completion of a Medical Assistant program with or without experience, or at least one year of previous experience in a similar role.
• Complete BLS Heart Saver Certification during orientation.

Nice To Haves

• CNA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide specific patient care duties to meet patients’ safety and comfort needs under RN supervision.
• Assist the RN in planning and implementing patient care.
• Respond to emergent situations according to established procedures.
• Participate in continuing education to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Uphold Henry Ford Health System Team Member Standards of Excellence in all interactions.

Benefits

• Opportunities for career growth.
• Collaboration with dedicated professionals.
• Opportunity to contribute to mission-driven work.
• Culture of continuous learning and innovation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED