Nurse Assistant- Observation Unit

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Job Description

Nurse Assistant - Henry Ford Health

Job Title

Nurse Assistant- Observation Unit

Schedule

Full Time (36 hours)

Hours- 7a-7:30p

About the Department

Join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health, serving the vibrant and fast-growing communities of Macomb County. Located near the beautiful Lake St. Clair, our facility offers a unique blend of suburban comfort and easy access to Detroit. As a high-acuity hub, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients while fostering a supportive environment for our team members to grow both personally and professionally.

Role Overview

As a Nurse Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of our patients. Working under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), you will perform specific patient care duties, provide valuable input for patient care plans, and respond to emergent situations. Your contributions are essential to delivering high-quality care and supporting our healthcare team.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Assist the RN in providing direct patient care to meet safety and comfort needs.
• Provide input to help plan and implement patient care.
• Respond to emergent situations according to established procedures.
• Participate in continuing education to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Uphold the Henry Ford Health System Team Member Standards of Excellence in all interactions.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, we foster an environment of collaboration, growth, and mission-driven work. You¿ll have opportunities to advance your career, engage in meaningful projects, and continuously learn and develop your skills alongside a supportive team dedicated to making a difference.

Join Our Team

Ready to make a meaningful impact? Apply now to join our team at Henry Ford Health and help us continue to deliver exceptional care to our communities.

Qualifications

What You Will Need

Required

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program (e.g., Patient Care Technician or Patient Assistant Technician) OR currently enrolled in a nursing program with successful completion of the Fundamentals of Nursing course OR foreign trained and licensed RN without a Michigan RN license OR Medical Assistant program with or without experience OR at least one (1) year of previous experience in a similar role.
• Complete BLS Heart Saver Certification during orientation.

Preferred

Qualifications

• CNA certification preferred.