Registered Nurse - Hospice Residence

Henry Ford Health; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Jackson, MI is seeking an RN-Cont I to lead the coordination and delivery of compassionate, high-quality patient care. You will use the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, ensuring patients and families receive support and education, while driving collaboration within the healthcare team.

This role is based at our Jackson campus, a cornerstone of care in mid-Michigan.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred with graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Clinical knowledge and analytical abilities for nursing care plans.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients and staff.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of professional nursing services.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and hospital personnel.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination and delivery of compassionate, quality patient care.
• Use the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care.
• Delegate, supervise, and document care and teaching for patients and families.
• Communicate pertinent patient information to the healthcare team.
• Identify and implement solutions for variances from patient goals.

Skills

Nursing process

Communication

Care coordination

Clinical knowledge

Education

BSN preferred

Accredited nursing program graduate

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

Shift: Variable

GENERAL SUMMARY

Provides leadership in the coordination and delivery of quality compassionate patient care. Utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, to provide, delegate, supervise and document care and teaching of patients and family. Effectively communicates pertinent patient/family information to health care team. Participates in finding solutions for variances from patient goals and ensures implementation of solutions

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 while enjoying the charm and affordability of small-town living.

Role Overview

As an RN- Cont I, you will lead the coordination and delivery of compassionate, quality patient care. Utilizing the nursing process, you will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, ensuring patients and their families receive the support they need. Your role is vital in fostering effective communication within the healthcare team and driving solutions to achieve patient goals.

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

• Lead the coordination and delivery of compassionate, quality patient care.
• Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Delegate, supervise, and document care and teaching for patients and their families.
• Communicate pertinent patient/family information to the healthcare team.
• Identify and implement solutions for variances from patient goals.

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.

Join Our Team

Ready to make an impact? Be part of a team that's transforming healthcare.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

BSN preferred.

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.

Clinical knowledge and analytical abilities necessary to formulate effective nursing care plans.

Ability to perform a wide variety of professional nursing services.

Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and hospital personnel.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED

Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing.

RN Lactation Consultant: IBCLC certification must be acquired within 12 months of hire & maintained. One to two (1-2) years as a Lactation Consultant/Specialist preferred.

RN Wound Care: Completion of accredited wound care program (before certification requirements).

WOCNCB/NCCA/CNA certification within 18 months of hire; certification must be maintained and current.