GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the direction and supervision of the responsible Registered Nurse (RN), performs specific patient care duties to meet the 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.

These duties may include but are not limited to:

- Blood draws

- Vitals

- Performs venipuncture and chemsticks

- Team roundings

+ Identifies concerns related to patients, staff, and self, and communicates with the responsible RN
UNIT DESCRIPTION:

Sepsis Unit, General Medical Surgical Unit, Secure Unit with Michigan Department of Corrections – 4 wings with a total of 68 beds

• Mixed acuity uni...