Corewell Health·Royal Oak, Michigan
Provides patient care according to the plan of care and hospital policy under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include safe patient transport, constant observation for safety, and performing clerical duties to support the nursing unit.
About the unit This is a female only unit.
Surgical gynecology; medical; pediatric patients over the age of 8 and older; oncology; and urology.
About Royal Oak Hospital Recognized by U.S.
News & World Report as the #2 hospital in Michigan and one of the top hospitals in the country.
It is a major academic and referral center with Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma designations.
The advanced capabilities and clinical expertise within this center have earned it Magnet designation four consecutive times and has the distinct honor of housing Michigan’s first Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence.
Scope of work Provides care to the patient according to the plan of care, unit routine and hospital policy under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
Safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher, dispatch services and appropriate documentation of services.
Provides the services of an Observer for any patient on a patient care unit who has been assessed to require constant observation, either in person or via remote video monitoring, to maximize his/her safety.
Performs general receptionist and clerical duties to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit.
Documentation of care provided in the electronic medical record.
High school graduate or equivalent Completion of nursing assistant program and/or one year of nursing assistant experience preferred. Nursing Assistant certification preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support required
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and Basic Life Support certification from the AHA or Red Cross. Completion of a nursing assistant program or one year of experience and a Nursing Assistant certification are preferred.
Market context
In Michigan, nursing assistant roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, long-term care, and rehabilitation settings, especially for candidates who can start with strong bedside skills. This role is competitive because employers often prefer prior hospital experience and a current CNA certification, while also requiring a high school diploma or equivalent and Basic Life Support certification from AHA or Red Cross. Before applying, confirm your certification status and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full posting.
