Nursing Assistant

Corewell Health • Royal Oak, MI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the nursing team at Corewell Health, the Nursing Assistant provides patient care according to individual care plans, unit routines, and hospital policies under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The position supports patient safety and the efficient operation of the nursing unit through documentation, patient transport, observation, and clerical duties.

The role is based on 8 Central Medical, a fast-paced, 41-bed unit caring for patients with a range of medical diagnoses and surgical patients with medical complications. The unit offers learning opportunities and a collaborative care environment for complex medical patients. Its staff participate in unit decisions through an active Professional Nurse Council and a Shared Governance Model.

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.
• Safely transport patients by wheelchair or stretcher, and document transport services as appropriate.
• 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 be able to 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.
• Build effective working relationships and contribute to the department or unit team across departments to help meet goals and objectives.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package supporting financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more.
• Optional identity theft protection, home insurance, and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.

What This Job Offers

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