Nurse Assistant - ICU - Full Time - Days - Wyandotte

Henry Ford Health System
United States, Michigan, Wyandotte
2333 Biddle Ave (Show on map)
May 30, 2025
Department: Intensive Care Unit Location: Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital, 2333 Biddle Ave, Wyandotte, MI 48192 Schedule: 36 hours per week, every other weekend and holiday rotation Shift: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM (3x12 hours shifts) Are you passionate about patient care and looking to grow in a dynamic, supportive healthcare environment? As a Nurse Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring patient comfort, safety, and well-being. Working under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), you will assist with essential patient care tasks and actively contribute to a positive patient experience. ABOUT OUR UNIT: Intensive Care Unit- is an 18-bed mixed medical-surgical intensive care unit. The population consists of patients with multiple and complex medical diagnoses including but not limited to DKA, Respiratory Failure, Post-Cardiac Arrest, post-cardiac catheterization with interventions, sepsis, stroke/tPA, surgical procedures requiring q1h monitoring or lifesaving interventions. Our nurses are trained in caring for patients with balloon-pumps and Impella devices. RN utilize the hypothermic protocol in post-arrest patients. It is a great place to grow your knowledge and clinical skills. The RN staff will attend the Critical Care orientation class. ACLS certification is mandatory within ONE YEAR of employment. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Your day-to-day impact includes: Performing routine tasks such as measuring and recording vital signs, collecting and labeling specimens including blood draws, and performing venipuncture and chemsticks. Assisting with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges as directed by the RN. Providing compassionate, hands-on personal care, including bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, mobility, and comfort. Communicating effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to support seamless care delivery. Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized patient environment. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: To qualify, you'll need a high school diploma or equivalent and one of the following: Completion of a Nurse Assistant program (titles may vary: Patient Care Technician (PCT), Patient Assistant Technician (PAT)). Enrollment in a nursing program with completed Fundamentals of Nursing. Foreign trained and licensed RN who has relocated to the United States and does not hold a Michigan RN license Medical Assistant program (with or without experience). At least one (1) year of experience in an Nurse Assistant, Patient Care Tech, or Patient Assistant Tech, or similar job role. Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) preferred CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED: Complete BLS Heart Saver Certification during orientation. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS: Physical ability to lift and move patients, supplies, and equipment. Prolonged standing, walking, and lifting of patients, supplies, and equipment. Works in patient care area environments, which may include exposure to communicable diseases, unpleasant odors, acute patient conditions, potential exposure to infection, and hazardous gases. Additional Information Organization: Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital Department: Med_Surg Intensive Care Unit Shift: Day Job Union Code: Not Applicable