Nurse Assistant-South Street Observation-36 hrs/ week-Midnights-West Bloomfield

About the Role

Under the direction and supervision of the responsible Registered Nurse (RN), performs specific patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs of the patient. Provides input to assist the RN in planning and implementing patient care. Responds to emergent situations according to established procedures. Recognizes and participates in own continuing education.

The Nurse Assistant follows the Henry Ford Health System Team Member Standards of Excellence in all interactions.

Responsibilities

• Blood draws
• Vitals
• Performs venipuncture and chemsticks
• Team roundings
• Identifies concerns related to patients, staff, and self, and communicates with the responsible RN

Unit Description

South Street is a 10-bed unit with curtained bays, serving observation patients. This unit sees low-acuity, adult patients and is currently open Monday through Friday. The environment is fast-paced and the unit is relatively new.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• CNA preferred
• 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 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 completion of a Medical Assistant program with or without experience
• OR at least one (1) year of previous experience in an NA, PCT, PAT, or similar job role

Certifications/Licensures Required

• Complete BLS Heart Saver Certification during orientation

Schedule

Midnights, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM