Nursing Assistant

Corewell Health • Royal Oak, MI

15d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides care to patients according to the plan of care, unit routine, and hospital policy under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The position is in the 68-bed 8 North East and West Cardiac Progressive Care Unit, which provides intermediate care to patients with cardiac diagnoses and pre- and post-procedure care for cardiac procedures. Patients are continuously monitored by telemetry.

The Nursing Assistant documents care in the electronic medical record, transports patients, provides observation services for patients requiring constant observation, and performs receptionist and clerical duties to support unit operations. The role also requires maintaining current knowledge and certification, completing safety training, following exposure-control plans, and working respectfully and effectively with patients, families, visitors, and colleagues.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support certification 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 Beaumont customer service standards and behaviors in all aspects of job performance.
• Previous hospital or nursing home experience preferred.
• Current CNA certification preferred.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge preferred.

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 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 and document the services provided.
• 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 understand responsibilities related to general, departmental, 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.
• Work effectively as part of the department or unit team and promote effective working relationships across departments.

Benefits

• $1,500 sign-on bonus for full-time positions.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Employee discounts on a wide range of products and services.
• Health, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance plans.
• Relocation assistance.
• Retirement savings, including traditional and Roth options with service contribution and matching savings.
• Disability insurance.
• Optional identity theft protection.
• Optional home and auto insurance.
• Free onsite parking at all campuses.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.

What This Job Offers

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