Nursing Assistant - Med/Surg-6SE Renal/Oncology - Full Time - Days - Jackson, MI

About the role

The Nurse Assistant under the direction and supervision of the responsible Registered Nurse (RN) 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. They respond to emergent situations according to established procedures and recognize and participate in their own continuing education.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• CNA certification, preferred
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program (such as Patient Care Technician or Patient Assistant Technician)
• 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 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

Qualifications

Education/Experience Required:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• CNA, preferred
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant program (such as Patient Care Technician or Patient Assistant Technician)
• 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 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

Skills

Skills Required:

• Comprehensive knowledge of patient care procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills
• Attention to detail

Benefits

Henry Ford Health offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive health plan options
• Consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs)
• PPO plan
• HMO plan
• Dental and eye care coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Family forming benefits
• Discounts to dozens of businesses

Pay

Details about pay will be provided upon hire.

Schedule

Details about the schedule will be provided upon hire.