Nurse Assistant-Transplant-36 hr/week-Midnights-Detroit
About the Unit
The 20-bed Transplant, Hepatobiliary and Vascular Surgery Unit specializes in kidney, liver, intestinal, pancreas transplant, all liver cancer surgeries, and all vascular surgeries. Nurse Assistants (NAs) on this unit work closely with the interprofessional team for both inpatient and outpatient clinic settings to ensure a smooth transition across the patient's plan of care. The unit staff includes a mix of experienced employees with over 10 years of service and newer team members.
About the Role
Under the direction and supervision of the responsible Registered Nurse (RN), the Nurse Assistant performs specific patient care duties to meet the safety and comfort needs of the patient. They provide input to assist the RN in planning and implementing patient care and respond to emergent situations according to established procedures. The Nurse Assistant also participates in their own continuing education and follows the Henry Ford Health System Team Member Standards of Excellence in all interactions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (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 one of the following:
- Currently enrolled in a nursing program and have successfully completed the Fundamentals of Nursing course.
- Foreign-trained and licensed RN who has relocated to the United States and does not hold a Michigan RN license.
- Completion of a Medical Assistant program with or without experience.
- At least one (1) year of previous experience in an NA, PCT, PAT, or similar job role.
Additional Information
Organization: Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus
Department: Inpatient Floor H6
Shift: Night