Summary

Munson Healthcare is a comprehensive regional healthcare system serving northern Michigan and the surrounding areas. As a leading healthcare provider in the region, Munson Healthcare operates multiple hospitals, medical centers, and outpatient facilities across a 25-county service area. The system is anchored by Munson Medical Center in Traverse City, which serves as the region's tertiary referral center and Level II Trauma Center. Munson Healthcare provides a full spectrum of medical services including primary care, specialty care, emergency services, surgical services, cancer care, heart and vascular services, women's health, and behavioral health services. The organization is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while also focusing on community health initiatives and preventive care programs. With a strong emphasis on clinical excellence and innovation, Munson Healthcare collaborates with academic medical centers and participates in clinical research to bring advanced medical treatments to the communities it serves. The healthcare system plays a vital role in the regional economy and public health infrastructure of northern Michigan.

Job description

A Day in the Life

Provides supportive services to nurse(s) and other staff as needed and performs duties as assigned.
Assists resident with or perform activities of daily living for residents in accordance with care plans and established policies and procedures.
Assists resident with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc.
Coordinates dining room services at assigned mealtimes, including set-up and clean-up, meal tray delivery, feeding assistance, and documentation of meal intake.
Delivers nutritional supplements to residents at assigned times and provides assistance as necessary to ensure intake. Documents intake accordingly.
Assists with weighing residents according to facility policy, and records weight in designated locations. Reports weight changes to nurse and supervisor.
Assists with tracking the condition of the resident's skin. Reports any presence of pressure areas, skin breakdown or skin tears to nurse and supervisor.
Assists nursing staff in carrying out toileting program activities.
Completes flow sheets daily to indicate that the specified task was done. Documents the progress of each resident as directed by supervisor.
Keeps nurse and supervisor informed of factors that interfere with being able to perform the work as assigned (i.e. resident refusal, reassigned to nursing unit).
Reports change in a resident's condition to the resident's nurse and supervisor.

What's Required

High School Diploma or GED
Certified Nursing Assistant in good standing with the State of Michigan, or completion of a State-approved training program one (1) month of hire and certification acquired within 4 months of hire as required by the state.
Current CPR/BLS certification.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Certified Nursing Assistant in good standing with the State of Michigan, or completion of a State-approved training program within one month of hire and certification acquired within 4 months of hire
Current CPR/BLS certification

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Development
Full Benefits
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Counseling
Wellness Platform
Personalized Support

Company overview

Munson Healthcare is a comprehensive regional healthcare system serving northern Michigan and the surrounding areas. As a leading healthcare provider in the region, Munson Healthcare operates multiple hospitals, medical centers, and outpatient facilities across a 25-county service area. The system is anchored by Munson Medical Center in Traverse City, which serves as the region's tertiary referral center and Level II Trauma Center. Munson Healthcare provides a full spectrum of medical services including primary care, specialty care, emergency services, surgical services, cancer care, heart and vascular services, women's health, and behavioral health services. The organization is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while also focusing on community health initiatives and preventive care programs. With a strong emphasis on clinical excellence and innovation, Munson Healthcare collaborates with academic medical centers and participates in clinical research to bring advanced medical treatments to the communities it serves. The healthcare system plays a vital role in the regional economy and public health infrastructure of northern Michigan.