Licensed Practical Nurse - Pediatrics

Henry Ford Health; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit, including the Jackson hospital campus, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide essential care under the guidance of RNs and providers, supporting patient care through technical and routine nursing services.

Qualifications: graduate from an accredited LPN program, active Michigan LPN license, HFHS pharmacology exam, and current BLS. Ambulatory experience preferred. Henry Ford Health offers a supportive, growth‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing School.
• Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing as an Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Successful completion of HFHS pharmacology exam for the LPN.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Use sound nursing judgment to provide nursing care under delegated authority.
• Perform a variety of technical and routine nursing services.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate nursing care plans.
• Demonstrate clinical competence in all nursing responsibilities.

Skills

Nursing judgment

Team collaboration

Clinical competence

Basic computer skills

Education

LPN graduate program

Job description

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Job Description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Henry Ford Health

Job Title

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

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 in a setting that values collaboration and excellence.

Role Overview

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Henry Ford Health, you will provide essential nursing care under the guidance of registered nurses and providers. Your role is critical in supporting patient care through technical and routine nursing services, collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure effective care plans, and demonstrating clinical competence in a dynamic healthcare environment.

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

• Use sound nursing judgment to provide nursing care under delegated authority.
• Perform a variety of technical and routine nursing services.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate nursing care plans.
• Demonstrate clinical competence in all nursing responsibilities.

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing School.
• Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Successful completion of HFHS pharmacology exam for the LPN.
• Current BLS certification.
• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous ambulatory nursing experience.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, you¿ll find opportunities for career growth, collaboration with diverse teams, and the chance to contribute to mission-driven work. We foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation, empowering you to make a difference in healthcare.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Graduate from an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing School.
• For the ambulatory setting, previous ambulatory nursing experience preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Successful completion of HFHS pharmacology exam for the LPN.
• Current BLS.
• LPNs that work in home care environments must have reliable daily transportation and will be required to maintain insurance, acceptable driving record according to HFHS Policy 4.09, and meet fingerprinting eligibility standards.