Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Nurse Assistant Apprentice - 7W Cardio - Full-Time 36 hrs./week - Nights

Healthcare services is a growing field. And nursing assistants are in high demand. That's where Henry Ford Health's Nurse Assistant Apprenticeship Program comes in. Established in 2020, the program spans across the system, providing interested candidates with the opportunity to explore a career in healthcare.

The Henry Ford Health's Nurse Assistant Apprenticeship is a 12-month entry-level program that provides paid, on-the-job-training. Apprentices are hired as full-time benefit eligible team members.

The apprenticeship incorporates structured learning opportunities as well as hands-on patient care training. From gaining the state NA certification to helping patients with activities of daily life, apprentices get a well-rounded picture of what it takes to be a nursing assistant.

But the benefits don't stop there. Apprentices receive financial support and coaching from workforce development partners, in addition to the training and mentorship provided by Henry Ford Health staff.

And if another healthcare discipline seems to be a better fit? Apprentices can use their newfound healthcare knowledge and experience as part of the Henry Ford Health team to explore various career pathways and specialties in the healthcare field.

Henry Ford Health has invested in programs to build the local workforce in the community. The apprenticeship programs offered by Henry Ford Health span a variety of areas, including surgical technology, pharmacy, medical assisting, and more.

Spearheaded by Henry Ford Health's Workforce Development department, the Nurse Assistant Apprenticeship helps community members jumpstart their careers. At Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital, 16 individuals are currently participating in the nursing assistant apprenticeship program. By developing future talent through the nursing assistant program, Henry Ford Health has both filled a need for nurse assistants in the hospital and helped promote the nursing workforce.

Funding for the program comes from Henry Ford Health, as well as trusted partners, including SEMCA and utilizing the GoingPro Talent Fund whose contributions assist with providing additional support to and for apprentices. This can include transportation vouchers, food assistance, scrubs, shoes, childcare or other essential needs.

What You Will Do

• Perform specific patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs under RN supervision.
• Provide input to assist in planning and implementing patient care.
• Respond to emergent situations according to established procedures.
• Participate in continuing education to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Uphold the Henry Ford Health System Team Member Standards of Excellence in all interactions.

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Enrollment in the HFHS Department of Labor (DOL) approved Nurse Assistant Apprenticeship Program.
• Ability to read, write, and understand verbal and written instructions.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Physical ability to lift, carry, transfer, and move patients as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• None specified.

What We Offer

• Competitive starting wage of $16.48/hour
• Comprehensive training provided by dedicated Nurse Assistant trainers
• Tuition assistance up to $3,000 per calendar year for nursing education advancement
• Opportunity to build a rewarding healthcare career with Henry Ford Health

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Enrollment in the HFHS Department of Labor (DOL) approved Nurse Assistant Apprenticeship Program.
• Ability to read, write, and understand verbal and written instructions.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Physical ability to lift, carry, transfer, and move patients as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous healthcare or patient care experience
• Basic understanding of medical terminology
• CPR certification or willingness to obtain