Nurse Assistant - Extended Care - Home Health Care

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.

Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Job Description

Nurse Assistant - Extended Care - Home Health Care (West Bloomfield Area) – Contingent

• Eligible Benefits: 403B – Matching Contributions made by Henry Ford Health
• Shift: Set your Own Schedule

Private duty services may be arranged for patients who need extended care, from a few hours a week to round-the-clock-care. Typically, this is paid for privately, or through specialized, long-term care policies.

We tailor our services to fit the specific needs of our clients in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties. Flexible scheduling allows us to provide short-term or long-term care to clients in the home or facility setting, as well as specialized care for students in their schools.

**GENERAL SUMMARY:**

Ready to make a real difference in patients' lives? As a Nurse Assistant in our Extended Care Home Health program, you'll work alongside our Registered Nurse team to deliver compassionate, personalized care that keeps our clients comfortable, safe, and supported. Here's what you'll be doing:

• **Collaborate on Care Plans** – Jump into team discussions and share your insights to help shape individualized patient care strategies that actually work
• **Be Our Go-To in a Pinch** – Stay sharp and respond confidently to any emergent situations, following our established protocols like a pro
• **Keep Growing** – We're all about continuous learning! Embrace opportunities to expand your skills and stay current in home health care
• **Embody Our Values** – Bring the Henry Ford Health Team Member Standards of Excellence to every patient interaction, every single day

Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIRED: 

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required. 

ASSESSMENTS REQUIRED:

• Requires ability to pass a written Home Health Aide competency test with score of 90% or above.
• Requires ability to pass the HHA Skills Assessment Competency Evaluation. 

CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED: 

• CNA or
• Certification as a Home Care Aide (HCA) preferred, or 
• 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), OR
• May be currently enrolled in a nursing program and have successfully completed the Fundamentals of Nursing course, OR
• Foreign trained and licensed RN who has relocated to the United States and does not hold a Michigan RN license, OR
• Medical Assistant program with OR without experience. 

LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• Complete BLS Heart Saver Certification during orientation.
• Must possess a current driver's license and a satisfactory driving record to travel to and from various Home Health Care locations.