Nurse Assistant-Family Ctr Maternity Care-36 hr / week-Days-Detroit

Family Centered Maternity Care H3

The 20-bed Family Centered Maternity Care unit specializes in post-partum mothers and babies with a variety of conditions, including diabetes and pre-eclampsia. The unit has a well-baby nursery room that cares for infants who need to stay after a mother's discharge. Part of a Baby-Friendly designated hospital, the culture of this unit is highly collaborative, and staff works closely with the neonatal intensive care unit, the intensive care unit and the cardiovascular and pulmonary teams.

Nurse Assistant 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 one of the following :