Registered Nurse - Hospice - Part Time - Weekend

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for their Hospice care team in Detroit, Michigan. The role involves providing nursing care to hospice patients with a commitment to weekend shifts. Candidates must possess a valid nursing license in Michigan and demonstrate flexibility and strong interpersonal skills in their approach to patient care.

This position requires a minimum commitment of 20 of 24 weekend shifts over a 12-week period. Ideal candidates will have experience in pain and symptom management and a passion for hospice care.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Working knowledge of current pain and symptom management.
• Interpersonal skills to present a positive image of Hospice.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to hospice patients in accordance with the hospice concept of care.
• Assume managerial responsibilities in absence of the Hospice manager.
• Work under supervision of the Hospice manager.

Skills

Pain and symptom management

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility in policies

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing

Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in Michigan

Job description

General Summary

RN- Hospice HHC Weekend regularly scheduled to work weekend shifts between Saturday at 8am through Sunday at 10pm in a hospice care setting. Standard weekend commitment to work 20 of 24 weekend shifts per 12‑week schedule for a minimum of 10 weeks as combined CTO allows. Provides nursing care to hospice patients in accordance with the hospice concept of care. Assumes managerial responsibilities in the absence of the Hospice manager. Works under the supervision of the Hospice manager.

Education/Experience Required

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Working knowledge of current pain and symptom management, with experience appropriate to the needs of hospice patients and their families.
• Interpersonal skills to present a positive image of Hospice to those referred to the program.
• Ability to be flexible in adapting policies and procedures to meet the needs presented by Hospice patients and families.
• Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation.

Certifications/Licenses Required

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan. Hospice certification preferred.

Additional Information

• Organization: Community Care Services
• Department: HF Hospice Administration
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable