Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Surgical Services
- Certification preferred
- BLS
- RN license
- CNA certification
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open certified nursing assistant jobs in Michigan post a median of $20.75 an hour, the middle half $18.25–$21.88, across 39 jobs that state their pay. Certified nursing assistants employed in Michigan earn a median of $19.03 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Certified nursing assistants in Michigan: pay by town and employer
Workplace injuries
Main Hospital Campus in Jackson reported 127 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 3,924,575 hours worked: 6.5 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. 6 of them describe violence by a patient, resident or client in the case's own words. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
Medicare rating of Henry Ford Allegiance Health
Medicare gives Henry Ford Allegiance Health 3 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Michigan's hospitals average 3.0). 74% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Michigan hospitals by rating.
What this hospital paid
By Henry Ford Allegiance Health's report to Medicare, its nursing aide hours averaged $21.37 an hour in 2022 pay periods, its own and contract staff together, before benefits, against $20.92 an hour across Michigan's hospitals. An average over every such hour, not this job's pay: the posting states its own. What Michigan hospitals pay nurses.
What Michigan requires of a certified nursing assistant
Certified Nurse Aide on the Michigan Nurse Aide Registry (MI-NATES), from the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), Bureau of Community and Health Systems.
- Training: at least 75 hours, 16 of them supervised clinical practice.
- Exam: Written/oral exam and clinical skills demonstration given by Headmaster under contract with LARA.
Certified nursing assistant jobs and requirements in Michigan
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About the job
Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Henry Ford Health
Job Title
Nursing Assistant (CNA)
About the Department
Join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health's Jackson hospital campus, a cornerstone of care in mid-Michigan. Surrounded by the natural beauty of lakes and parks, our Jackson location offers a warm, community-focused environment where you can make a meaningful impact. Here, you'll be part of a close-knit team committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to our patients while enjoying the charm and affordability of small-town living.
Role Overview
As a Nursing Assistant (CNA), you'll play a vital role in ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of our patients. Working under the guidance of Registered Nurses (RNs), you'll provide essential patient care, assist in care planning, and respond to emergent situations. Your contributions are key to maintaining the exceptional standards of care that define Henry Ford Health.
Why Henry Ford Health
At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.
What You Will Do
- Provide specific patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs under RN supervision.
- Assist in planning and implementing patient care based on observed needs.
- Respond to emergent situations following established procedures.
- Participate in ongoing education to enhance your skills and knowledge.
- Uphold Henry Ford Health's Team Member Standards of Excellence in all interactions.
What You Will Need
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
- Completion of a Nurse Assistant program (e.g., CNA, PCT, PAT) OR current enrollment in a nursing program with completed Fundamentals of Nursing course OR foreign-trained RN without a Michigan RN license OR Medical Assistant program with or without experience OR at least one year of experience in a similar role.
- Complete BLS Heart Saver Certification during orientation.
Preferred Qualifications
- CNA certification preferred.
What We Offer
At Henry Ford Health, you'll find opportunities for career growth, collaboration with passionate professionals, and the chance to contribute to mission-driven work. We foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation, empowering you to make a difference every day.
Join Our Team
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of a team that's transforming healthcare.
From Henry Ford Health's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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