Patient Care Assistant

2 weeks ago


De Witt, Iowa, United States Henry Ford Health Full time

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Under the guidance and oversight of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Nurse Assistant is responsible for executing specific patient care tasks aimed at ensuring the safety and comfort of patients. This role involves contributing insights to aid the RN in the planning and execution of patient care. The Nurse Assistant is expected to respond to urgent situations following established protocols and engage in ongoing professional development. Adherence to the Henry Ford Health System Team Member Standards of Excellence is required in all interactions.

UNIT OVERVIEW:

This is a 40-bed unit dedicated to the care of neuro patients. The patient demographic includes individuals with stroke or stroke-like symptoms, seizures, brain hemorrhages, and other neurological conditions. Additionally, a limited number of cardiac patients will be managed, including those on non-titrated cardiac drips, along with any other patients requiring placement. All Registered Nurses in this unit are certified in ACLS and NIH.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

  • High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
  • CNA certification is preferred
  • Completion of a Nurse Assistant training program (titles may vary, such as Patient Care Technician (PCT) or Patient Assistant Technician (PAT), but the role remains consistent)
  • Alternatively, candidates may be currently enrolled in a nursing program and have completed the Fundamentals of Nursing course
  • Foreign-trained and licensed RNs relocating to the United States without a Michigan RN license are also eligible
  • Completion of a Medical Assistant program, with or without prior experience
  • At least one year of relevant experience in a Nurse Assistant, PCT, PAT, or comparable role

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES REQUIRED:

  • Completion of BLS Heart Saver Certification during orientation

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

  • Organization: Henry Ford Macomb Hospital
  • Department: NU Neuro Stroke-Surg HFMH
  • Shift: Night Job
  • Union Code: Not Applicable


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