Nursing Assistant

Corewell Health • Royal Oak, MI

19d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant provides care to patients according to their 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 provided. The Nursing Assistant may serve as an in-person or remote video observer for patients assessed as requiring constant observation to maximize safety. The position also performs general receptionist and clerical duties that support efficient nursing-unit operations and documents care in the electronic medical record.

The position is based on 9SE, a Level I trauma and post-operative medical-surgical unit specializing in musculoskeletal conditions, including total joint arthroplasty, spine surgery, fragility fractures, and multiple trauma, as well as plastic and breast reconstruction surgery. The unit works with an interdisciplinary team that includes case management, pharmacy, physical and occupational therapy, advanced practice providers, and physicians. This role provides experience caring for patients with varied comorbidities and surgical patients arriving from the recovery room.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support certification is required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous hospital or nursing home experience.
• Current CNA certification.

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 appropriately document the services provided.
• Provide in-person or remote video observation for patients assessed as requiring constant observation to maximize safety.
• Perform general receptionist and clerical duties to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit.
• Document care provided in the electronic medical record.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package intended to support financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• 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.
• Sign-on bonus of up to $1,500.

What This Job Offers

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