Nurse Assistant October Hiring Blitz

We're looking for a compassionate and detail-oriented Nurse Assistant to join our healthcare team in Detroit, United States. In this vital role, you'll work under the supervision of Registered Nurses to provide essential patient care support in a dynamic healthcare environment. As a Nurse Assistant, you'll be instrumental in ensuring patient comfort, safety, and dignity while contributing to a collaborative care team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient outcomes. If you're empathetic, organized, and ready to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives, we'd love to hear from you.
Provide direct patient care assistance under the direction of the responsible Registered Nurse, including bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, mobility support, and comfort measures
Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges while maintaining a welcoming and supportive demeanor
Maintain clean, safe, comfortable, and therapeutic patient environments in accordance with organizational standards and infection control protocols
Respond promptly to patient calls and requests, demonstrating patience and empathy in all patient interactions
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members, ensuring clarity and transparency in all exchanges
Recognize and respond immediately to emergencies, alarms, and urgent situations, alerting appropriate personnel without delay
Assist the nursing team in planning and implementing patient care while providing valuable input based on direct patient observations
Document patient care activities accurately and thoroughly to support continuity of care
Maintain strict confidentiality of all patient information and unit data in compliance with HIPAA regulations
Perform general clerical duties and supply deliveries to patient rooms and ancillary departments as assigned
Demonstrate sensitivity to patients' comfort, privacy, and individual needs while remaining engaged and attentive
Identify and communicate concerns related to patients, staff, or safety to the responsible Registered Nurse
Participate in continuing education and professional development opportunities to enhance clinical skills and knowledge
Uphold organizational standards of excellence in all professional interactions and responsibilities
**Required Qualifications:**
High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
Completion of a Nurse Assistant program (titles may include Patient Care Technician (PCT), Patient Assistant Technician (PAT), or similar programs)
OR
Current enrollment in a nursing program with successful completion of Fundamentals of Nursing course
OR
Medical Assistant program completion with or without prior experience
OR
Minimum one (1) year of previous experience in a Nurse Assistant, PCT, PAT, or similar patient care role
OR
Foreign-trained and licensed RN who has relocated to the United States and does not currently hold a U.S. state RN license
BLS Heart Saver Certification (to be completed during orientation if not already held)
Physical ability to lift, move, and transfer patients, supplies, and equipment safely
Ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment with exposure to communicable diseases and acute patient conditions
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification
Prior experience in a hospital or acute care setting
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Compassion, empathy, and genuine commitment to patient-centered care
Ability to remain calm and resilient in challenging situations
Knowledge of HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality requirements

Employment type
Part-time

Work arrangement
No