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Nurse Assistant - Residence - 36 Hours - Days

Henry Ford Health System
United States, Michigan, Jackson
Jun 18, 2025

Certified Nurse Assistant - Hospice Care

Eligible For: Full Time Benefits

Hours: 36 Hours Weekly

Shift: Days

Weekends: Required

Are you a Certified Nurse Assistant with experience providing compassionate, quality care to patients at end of life? If you have a strong commitment to patient dignity, comfort, and support, we invite you to join the Henry Ford Hospice Home - Jackson team.

Henry Ford Hospice Home is the only residence for end-of-life care in Jackson County, offering a peaceful, wooded setting with private rooms, gathering spaces, and palliative care services designed to support patients and their families. Our team ensures patients receive personalized care, pain management, and emotional support in a homelike environment.

As a Nurse Assistant, you will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide direct patient care, assist in care planning, and respond to emergent situations. You'll play a vital role in upholding our standards of excellence and ensuring the best possible experience for our patients.

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.


License/Certifications:



  • CNA License.
  • 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.


Requirements:



  • Complete BLS Heart Saver Certification during orientation.

Additional Information


  • Organization: Henry Ford Jackson Hospital
  • Department: HOSPICE RESIDENCE
  • Shift: Day Job
  • Union Code: Not Applicable

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