Nurse Assistant-Telemetry Cardiology

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.

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Job Description

Position Summary:

The I5 Cardiac Telemetry Unit specializes in cardiology, heart failure and arrhythmias/dysrhythmias. The patient population in this 32-bed unit includes acute myocardial infarction, transcatheter aortic valve replacement, post-op cardiac catheter procedures, newly placed pacemakers, post EP procedures and coronary artery bypass graft from the ICU. Patients receive care from an interprofessional team that collaborate to ensure that they have an evidence-based practice plan of care to achieve the best outcomes.

Why You'll Love This Role:

Join a dynamic, fast-paced cardiac unit where you'll be an essential member of the care team making a real difference in patients' lives during critical moments. Our collaborative environment recognizes and celebrates the vital contributions of every team member. You'll work alongside experienced RNs who are committed to mentoring new graduates and supporting your professional growth. Our management team is dedicated to equipping you with the knowledge, skills, and resources to deliver exceptional, safe patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

 

• Deliver compassionate patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse, focusing on patient safety, comfort, and dignity
• Collaborate with the RN to support evidence-based care planning and implementation tailored to each patient's unique cardiac needs
• Respond promptly and effectively to emergent situations, following established protocols and demonstrating clinical judgment
• Actively contribute to the interprofessional team, sharing observations and insights that enhance patient outcomes
• Embrace continuous learning through ongoing education and professional development opportunities
• Embody Henry Ford Health System's Team Member Standards of Excellence in all patient and colleague interactions

Qualifications

Education/Experience : 

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
• Must meet one of the following required criteria: 
  • Completion of a Nurse Assistant program (titles for similar programs may vary; e.g., Patient Care Technician (PCT) or Patient Assistant Technician (PAT)) but perform the same job role.
  • Completion of a Medical Assistant program with or without experience.
  • At least one (1) year of previous experience in an NA, PCT, PAT, or similar job role.
  • May be currently enrolled in a nursing program and have successfully completed the Fundamentals of Nursing course.
  • Foreign trained and licensed RN who has relocated to the United States and does not hold a Michigan RN license

Certifications/Licensures : 

• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) license preferred.
• Complete BLS Heartsaver Certification during orientation.