Nurse Assistant
About The Position
As a member of the nursing team at Corewell Health, the Nurse Assistant provides patient care according to individual care plans, unit routines, and hospital policies under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The role supports patient safety and unit operations through care documentation, patient transport, observation services, and receptionist and clerical duties. The position is based at Royal Oak Hospital in the Progressive Care Unit 6NE and is full-time, with 36 scheduled hours per week. The night shift runs from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.; days worked are Monday through Friday, with every other weekend required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Nice To Haves
- Previous hospital or nursing home experience.
- Nursing Assistant certification from the Michigan Department of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs, Bureau of Community and Health Systems.
Responsibilities
- Provide care according to the patient's plan of care, unit routines, and hospital policy under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
- Document care provided in the electronic medical record.
- Safely transport patients by wheelchair or stretcher, coordinate dispatch services, and document services appropriately.
- Provide in-person or remote video observation for patients assessed as requiring constant observation to maximize their safety.
- Perform general receptionist and clerical duties to support efficient nursing unit operations.
- Maintain current knowledge and certifications.
- Attend required safety training and understand responsibilities relating to general, department-specific, and job-related safety hazards.
- Follow hospital exposure control plans for bloodborne and airborne pathogens.
- Treat patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees with respect and regard for their dignity.
- Work effectively with department and unit teams, both within and across departments, to support their goals and objectives.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
- Discounts directory.
- Optional identity theft protection, home insurance, and auto insurance.
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
