BestChoice Program- LPN Home Health Care
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Successful completion of a licensed practical nursing program accredited by the National League of Nursing.
A minimum of two (2) 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.
Must meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards and behaviors as outlined in the HFHS’ Customer Service Policy and summarized below:
Communication Ownership Understanding Motivation
Sensitivity Excellence Teamwork Respect
Must practice the customer skills as provided through on-going training and in-services.
Must possess the following personal qualities:
Be self-directed Be flexible and committed to the team concept Demonstrate teamwork, initiative and willingness to learn Be open to new learning experiences Accepts and respects diversity without judgment Demonstrates customer service values
WORKING CONDITIONS: Works in the patient's home which is an uncontrolled environment. May be exposed to potentially infectious materials, bloodborne-disease pathogens and hazardous waste. Drives to and from the patients' homes located in the Detroit Metropolitan area in varied weather and traffic conditions. May need to lift, carry, bend, stoop or be otherwise physically active in the normal course of job duties.
Additional Details
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
Partnering with nearly 2 million people on their health journey, Henry Ford Health provides a full continuum of services at 250 care locations throughout southeast and south central Michigan. With 33,000 valued team members, Henry Ford is also among Michigan’s largest and most diverse employers. Our superior care and discoveries are powered by nearly 6,000 physicians, researchers and advanced practice providers. Learn more at henryford.com.
Benefits
Whether it's offering a new medical option, helping you make healthier lifestyle choices or
making the employee enrollment selection experience easier, it's all about choice. Henry
Ford Health has a new approach for its employee benefits program - My Choice
Rewards. My Choice Rewards is a program as diverse as the people it serves. There are
dozens of options for all of our employees including compensation, benefits, work/life balance
and learning - options that enhance your career and add value to your personal life. As an
employee you are provided access to Retirement Programs, an Employee Assistance Program
(Henry Ford Enhanced), Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Employee Health and Wellness, and a whole host of other benefits and services. Employee's classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is
committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to
race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height,
weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information,
or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.