Cardiac Step-Down Nursing Assistant

About the Unit

8NE & NW is a 68-bed cardiac step-down unit providing an intermediate level of care to patients with cardiac-related diagnoses such as coronary artery disease (CAD), congestive heart failure (CHF), myocardial infarction (MI), and heart arrhythmias including atrial fibrillation (A-fib) and ventricular tachycardia (V-Tach). The unit also cares for patients pre- and post-cardiac procedures, such as catheterization/angioplasty, stents, ablations, and placement of pacemakers and defibrillators. Nurses receive specialized training in arterial sheath removal, Tikosyn administration, and are ACLS certified. All patients are continuously monitored by telemetry.

About the Hospital

Royal Oak Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the #2 hospital in Michigan and one of the top hospitals in the country. It is a major academic and referral center with Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma designations. The hospital has earned Magnet designation four consecutive times and houses Michigan’s first Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provides care to patients according to the plan of care, unit routine, and hospital policy under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Safely transports patients via wheelchair or stretcher, dispatches services, and documents services appropriately.
• Serves as an Observer for patients requiring constant in-person or remote video monitoring to maximize safety.
• Performs general receptionist and clerical duties to support efficient nursing unit operations.
• Documents care provided in the electronic medical record.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Previous hospital or nursing home experience preferred.
• American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support certification required.
• Current CNA certification preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package addressing financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more.
• Optional identity theft protection, home, and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.

Schedule

• Employment Type: Full time
• Shift: Day (6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.)
• Weekly Scheduled Hours: 36
• Days Worked: Variable days
• Weekend Frequency: Variable weekends

Primary work location: Royal Oak Hospital, 3601 W 13 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI – Progressive Care Unit Cardiac 8NE.