Nursing Assistant - Med/Surg 6SE Renal Oncology

Henry Ford Health • Jackson, MI

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About The Position

The Nursing Assistant (CNA) works under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse to provide patient care that supports patients’ safety, comfort, and well-being. The role contributes input to RN care planning and implementation, responds to emergencies according to established procedures, and participates in continuing education. The Nursing Assistant is expected to follow Henry Ford Health’s Team Member Standards of Excellence in all interactions.

Duties may include blood draws, taking vital signs, performing venipuncture and chemsticks, participating in team rounding, and communicating concerns involving patients, staff, or self to the responsible RN. The position is on a general medical-surgical unit with four wings and 64 beds, serving a diverse patient population with a wide variety of diagnoses, including renal and oncology. The unit has chemotherapy-certified staff and describes a close-knit, family-oriented atmosphere.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Complete a Nurse Assistant program, such as Patient Care Technician or Patient Assistant Technician; OR be currently enrolled in a nursing program and have successfully completed Fundamentals of Nursing; OR be a foreign-trained and licensed RN without a Michigan RN license; OR have completed a Medical Assistant program, with or without experience; OR have at least one year of previous experience in a similar role.
• Complete BLS Heart Saver Certification during orientation.

Nice To Haves

• CNA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care duties to meet patients’ safety and comfort needs under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Provide input to assist the RN in planning and implementing patient care.
• Respond to emergent situations according to established procedures.
• Participate in continuing education.
• Perform blood draws, take vital signs, perform venipuncture and chemsticks, and participate in team rounding.
• Identify and communicate concerns related to patients, staff, and self to the responsible RN.
• Follow Henry Ford Health Team Member Standards of Excellence in all interactions.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Employee recognition within the unit
• Opportunities for career growth
• Collaboration with diverse teams
• A culture of continuous learning and innovation

What This Job Offers

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