Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Dialysis

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN) - Community Care Services

About the Department

Community Care Services at Henry Ford Health is dedicated to expanding access to care through community-based programs that meet patients where they are. Our team connects individuals with essential health resources, support services, and care coordination, including home health care and hospice services. We are committed to making a meaningful impact across diverse populations, ensuring that every individual receives the care they need in a compassionate and supportive environment.

Role Overview

As a Registered Nurse (RN) in Community Care Services, you will play a vital role in providing comprehensive nursing care to patients in an Acute setting. You will assess patient needs, develop and implement care plans, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care. Your work will directly support patients and their families, helping them achieve their health goals and improve their quality of life.

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

• Conduct admission and ongoing assessments of patients using physical and psychosocial assessment skills, diagnostic data, and medical evaluations.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of care provided in relation to short and long-term patient goals.
• Develop and implement individualized patient care plans, anticipating and addressing patient needs.
• Execute nursing actions and medical orders to meet the complex needs of patients and their families, considering age-specific psychosocial and educational requirements.
• Document care provided and patient responses accurately in the patient's record.
• Assume Charge Nurse responsibilities, overseeing LPNs and non-licensed technical personnel, and demonstrating leadership through role modeling, communication, and problem-solving.

Qualifications

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of a state-approved school of nursing.
• Current State of Michigan RN licensure.
• At least 12 months of nursing care experience, including 3 months of experience providing nursing care to maintenance Hemodialysis patients, prior to assuming charge responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous dialysis experience.

What We Offer

Join a team where you can grow your career, collaborate with dedicated professionals, and engage in mission-driven work that makes a real difference. We provide opportunities for continuous learning and professional development, empowering you to excel in your role and advance your career in healthcare.