LPN - Hospice Home Care - Full Time - Day Shift - Wayne County

General Summary

Under the supervision of the registered nurse, utilizes the knowledge and practical experiences of a licensed practical nurse to provide direct patient/family care in the home. Performs basic therapeutic and preventative nursing procedures.

Culture

Our average tenure of employees is 7 years. This speaks to our culture. You can expect an environment where:

• You’re not just another employee, you are a part of a community of experts dedicated to helping our patients and helping each other succeed.
• Over 97% of our clinicians feel that they are doing meaningful work and that their leader cares about them.
• Everyone is welcome. Diversity and inclusion are considered in all our decisions and are the key reasons that we are nationally recognized as a top diversity employer.
• Modern Healthcare named Henry Ford Health a top diversity leader.
• The department functions like a family.

Education & Experience

• Required: Successful completion of a licensed practical nursing program accredited by the National League of Nursing.
• Required: A minimum of one (1) year hands on clinical LPN experience required; prior home health care experience preferred.
• Required: The ability to effectively communicate with patients, families and health care personnel.
• Required: Strong interpersonal and customer service skills required in order to interact effectively with individuals from various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Preferred: The ability to lift, carry, transport and move clients, if needed.

Certifications/Licensures

• Required: Current licensure by the State of Michigan as a licensed practical nurse (LPN).
• Required: NAPNES certification or successful completion of pharmacology exam.

Additional Information

• Organization: Community Care Services
• Department: Hospice - Wayne
• Shift: Day
• Job Union Code: Not Applicable