Nursing Assistant 5 North
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 safely transporting patients by wheelchair or stretcher, dispatching services, and documenting services appropriately. The Nursing Assistant also provides constant observation for patients assessed as needing it, either in person or through remote video monitoring, to maximize patient safety. General receptionist and clerical duties help facilitate efficient nursing-unit operations, and care is documented in the electronic medical record. The position is in 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 a teaching hospital for Michigan State University.
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 Corewell customer service standards and behaviors in all aspects of job performance.
Nice To Haves
- Previous hospital or nursing home experience preferred.
- Current CNA certification preferred.
- Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred.
- Basic computer knowledge preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide patient care according to the plan of care, unit routine, and hospital policy under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
- Safely transport patients by wheelchair or stretcher.
- Dispatch services and document services appropriately.
- Provide constant observation, in person or via remote video monitoring, for patients assessed as requiring it.
- Perform general receptionist and clerical duties to facilitate efficient nursing-unit operations.
- Document care 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 more.
- Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, and pet insurance.
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.
- Free onsite parking.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
