Nursing Assistant

Corewell Health • Royal Oak, MI

14d • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of Corewell Health’s nursing team, the Nursing Assistant provides patient care according to each patient’s individual plan of care, unit routines, and hospital policies, under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The role supports patient safety and unit operations through patient transport, observation, electronic documentation, and clerical and receptionist duties.

The position is based on 8 Central Medical, a fast-paced 41-bed unit serving patients with a variety of medical diagnoses and surgical patients with medical complications. The unit offers opportunities to learn in a collaborative environment serving complex medical patients. Its staff participate in unit decisions through an active Professional Nurse Council and Shared Governance Model.

This is a part-time position scheduled for 24 hours per week. The listed hours are 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with every third weekend worked.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current 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 patient care according to the plan of care, unit routines, and hospital policy under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Document care provided in the electronic medical record.
• Transport patients safely by wheelchair or stretcher, using dispatch services and documenting 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 certification.
• Attend required safety training and describe responsibilities related to general, department/service, and job-specific 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, maintaining a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
• Promote effective working relationships and work effectively with teams within and across departments to help meet department and unit goals.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package addressing financial, health, and work/life balance goals; eligibility depends on employment type and status.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with offers on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other items.
• 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: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED