Nurse Assistant-Women's Health & Pediatrics

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

The Inpatient Unit for Women’s and Children’s Health which is on the 3rd floor of the Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital. The nursing staff on 3-Acorn provide professional individual 24-hour care to the following patient populations:

• Pediatric patients with ages ranging from birth to 25 years of age.

• Postpartum care to female patients and their newborns recovering from birth via caesarean section or vaginal delivery.

• Adult female surgical patients who are acutely ill, but hemodynamically stable and in varying stages of preparation for and recuperation from diagnostic, therapeutic, and/or surgical intervention

• Medical care mainly to adult woman with acute and chronic exacerbations of medical conditions. 

Role Overview : As a Nurse Assistant, you play a vital role in ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of our patients. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), you¿ll provide essential patient care, assist in care planning, and respond to emergent situations. Your contributions directly support our nursing team in delivering exceptional care, making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.

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 :

• Provide specific patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs under RN supervision.
• Assist the RN in planning and implementing 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.

Qualifications

What You Will Need :

Required

Qualifications

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

Preferred

Qualifications

• CNA certification preferred.

What We Offer : At Henry Ford Health, you¿ll find opportunities for career growth, collaboration with diverse teams, and the chance to contribute to mission-driven work. We prioritize learning and development, empowering you to make a difference in healthcare while advancing your professional journey.

Join Our Team : Ready to make an impact? Apply now to join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health!