Licensed Practical Nurse - Home Health Care

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Taylor (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Michigan seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for home health care. You will provide direct patient and family care in home settings, under supervision of a registered nurse, performing basic therapeutic and preventative procedures.

Requirements include NLN-accredited LPN program and Michigan licensure, with at least 1 year of LPN experience; home health preferred. Strong communication and reliable transportation are essential.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse program completed and NLN-accredited.
• Current Michigan LPN license in good standing.
• Minimum 1 year hands-on LPN experience; home health preferred.
• Effective communication with patients, families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient/family care in the home under RN supervision.
• Perform basic therapeutic and preventive nursing procedures.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

Skills

LPN

Home health

Patient care

Communication

Education

NLN-accredited LPN program

Michigan LPN license

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse - Home Health Care

• Full-time
• Job Type: Full Time

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.

Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Shift: Days

Status: 40 hours per week

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.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Successful completion of a licensed practical nursing program accredited by the National League of Nursing.
• A minimum of one (1) year hands on clinical LPN experience required; prior home health care experience preferred.
• The ability to effectively communicate with patients, families and health care personnel.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills required in order to interact effectively with individuals from various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Must have reliable transportation; possess a current State of Michigan driver's license; and have a satisfactory driving record.
• Must be able 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).
• NAPNES certification or successful completion of pharmacology exam.

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