Nurse Assistant- Observation Unit
About The Position
The Nurse Assistant works under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) to perform specific patient care duties and help ensure patients’ safety, comfort, and well-being. The role includes contributing input to patient care plans and responding to emergent situations according to established procedures. The Nurse Assistant also participates in continuing education and upholds Henry Ford Health System Team Member Standards of Excellence in all interactions. This position is on the Observation Unit at Henry Ford Health and is scheduled for 36 hours per week, from 6 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The department serves communities in Macomb County and describes its facility as a high-acuity hub.
Requirements
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
- Completion of a Nurse Assistant program (e.g., 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
- Assist the RN in providing direct patient care to meet safety and comfort needs.
- Provide input to help plan and implement 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
