Nursing Assistant 5 North

Corewell Health • Farmington Hills, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant provides care to patients according to the plan of care, unit routine, and hospital policy under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The role includes transporting patients safely by wheelchair or stretcher, dispatching services, documenting services, and serving as an observer for patients who require constant observation, either in person or through remote video monitoring. The Nursing Assistant also performs receptionist and clerical duties to support efficient nursing-unit operations and documents care in the electronic medical record.

The position is on 5 North, a 38-bed unit caring for medical, surgical, and chronically ill patients. The unit specializes in diabetes care, including insulin drips, and renal failure care, including Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis. It can accommodate patients requiring telemetry and oximetry. Patient-to-nurse ratios are adjusted according to acuity. The hospital is a Level II trauma center and the base teaching hospital for Michigan State University.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support certification is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately.
• Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals.
• Ability to move or lift patients and equipment.
• Ability to demonstrate Corewell customer service standards and behaviors in all aspects of job performance.

Nice To Haves

• Previous hospital or nursing home experience.
• Current CNA certification.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care according to the plan of care, unit routine, and hospital policy under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Transport patients safely by wheelchair or stretcher.
• 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 receptionist and clerical duties to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit.
• Document care provided in the electronic medical record.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of up to $1,500 for full-time employment.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other items.
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, and pet insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings.
• Free onsite parking.

What This Job Offers

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