Nurse Assistant-Internal Medicine

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. About the Department This medical/surgical unit is an 18-bed unit that treats patients over the age of 15. The most frequent diagnoses are congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, liver failure, pneumonia and vascular bypass surgery. As a teaching unit, it is the perfect environment for nursing assistants to hone their skills and be exposed to a wide variety of conditions. Role Overview As a Nurse Assistant, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of our patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). You'll assist in patient care, respond to emergent situations, and contribute to care planning. Your work directly supports our nursing teams and enhances the patient experience, making a meaningful impact in healthcare delivery. Why Henry Ford Health At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible. What You Will Do - Perform specific patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs under RN supervision. - Provide input to assist the RN in planning and implementing patient care. - Respond to emergent situations according to established procedures. - Participate in continuing education to enhance your skills and knowledge. - Uphold the Henry Ford Health System Team Member Standards of Excellence in all interactions. . What You Will Need Required Qualifications - High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent. - Completion of a Nurse Assistant program (e.g., Patient Care Technician or Patient Assistant Technician) OR currently enrolled in a nursing program with successful completion of Fundamentals of Nursing OR foreign trained and licensed RN without 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 role. - Complete BLS Heart Saver Certification during orientation. Preferred Qualifications - CNA certification preferred. What We Offer Join a team where you can grow your career, collaborate with dedicated professionals, and engage in mission-driven work. We provide opportunities for continuous learning and development in a supportive environment that values your contributions. Join Our Team Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of our commitment to exceptional care