Location: Jackson,MI, USA
GENERAL SUMMARY:
* 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 REQUIRED:
* High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
* 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 May be 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.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
* Complete BLS Heart Saver Certification during orientation.
Additional Information
* Organization: Henry Ford Jackson Hospital
* Department: HOSPICE RESIDENCE
* Shift: Night Job
* Union Code: Not Applicable