Charge Nurse - Acute Dialysis RN

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 68,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit seeks an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for Community Care Services to provide comprehensive nursing care in an acute setting. You will assess patient needs, develop and implement care plans, and ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

This role includes documenting care, supporting families, and stepping into Charge Nurse responsibilities overseeing LPNs and other staff, with a focus on compassionate, evidence-based practice.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a state-approved school of nursing.
• Current State of Michigan RN licensure.
• At least 12 months of nursing care experience, including 3 months of care for maintenance Hemodialysis patients, prior to assuming charge responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct admission and ongoing assessments of patients using physical and psychosocial assessment skills, diagnostic data, and medical evaluations.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of care provided in relation to short and long-term patient goals.
• Develop and implement individualized patient care plans, anticipating and addressing patient needs.
• Execute nursing actions and medical orders to meet the complex needs of patients and their families, considering age-specific psychosocial and educational requirements.
• Document care provided and patient responses accurately in the patient's record.
• Assume Charge Nurse responsibilities, overseeing LPNs and non-licensed technical personnel, and demonstrating leadership through role modeling, communication, and problem-solving.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Care planning

Charge nurse

Education

RN program graduate

Job description

Henry Ford Health in Detroit seeks an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for Community Care Services to provide comprehensive nursing care in an acute setting. You will assess patient needs, develop and implement care plans, and ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

This role includes documenting care, supporting families, and stepping into Charge Nurse responsibilities overseeing LPNs and other staff, with a focus on compassionate, evidence-based practice.