Job Description

Shift : Days

Status : 40 shift per week

Areas Covered: Detroit, Dearborn, Melvindale, Allen Park areas

** GENERAL SUMMARY:**

Under general supervision of the nursing supervisor, utilizes the knowledge and application of nursing principles to independently provide direct patient care in the home. Assesses need for other allied health care services such as home health aide services, physical therapy, occupational therapy, dietetics, speech-language pathology, and social work, to ensure an integrated home health care delivery system. Over the IRS Mileage Reimbursement rate.

Qualifications

** EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:**

• Successful completion of a registered nursing program accredited by the National League of Nursing.
• Current licensure by the State of Michigan as a registered nurse
• Minimum of nine (9) months of clinical nursing experience required.
• Acute care experience, preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families and hospital personnel.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills required in order to interact effectively with individuals from various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Must possess a current State of Michigan driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
• Must have reliable transportation and a telephone.
• Must be able to lift, carry, transport and move clients, if needed.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED: Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan.