Nurse Assistant-Internal Medicine - 36 Hrs/Week - Dayshift - Detroit

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Internal Medicine is a 20-bed unit with a patient population composed of complex adult medical patients. Common diagnoses are diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, heart failure, pneumonia, chronic pulmonary disorders and liver disease. The unit's mission is to provide compassionate quality care focusing on the unique needs of patients and their families. The team regularly works on improving the safety of patients and the quality of care.

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

Education/Experience:

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

• Must meet one of the following required criteria:

• 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.

• 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.

• May be 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

Certifications/Licensures:

• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) license preferred.

• Complete BLS Heartsaver Certification during orientation.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus

• Department: B1 Inpatient Floor

• Shift: Day Job

• Union Code: Not Applicable