Licensed Practical Nurse - Joint Replacement

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.

Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY: 

Under the delegated authority of a registered nurse or provider, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) uses sound nursing judgment in provision of nursing care. Performs a variety of both technical and routine nursing services. Collaborates with health care team in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the effectiveness of the nursing care plan. Demonstrates clinical competence. 

UNIT DESCRIPTION:

Orthopedic Joint Replacement, Bariatric, Surgical Unit – 3 wings with a total of 36 beds

• Specialty Unit with appreciative population

• Skilled staff with specialty population

• Quality metrics that exceed targets

• High team engagement with family like atmosphere

– Outside activities

– Personal and unit celebrations

– Self-scheduling

– Flexible staffing options

 

TIME: 7:00PM - 7:30AM

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 

• Graduate from an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing School. 
• For the ambulatory setting, previous ambulatory nursing experience preferred. 
• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills. 

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED: 

• Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Successful completion of HFHS pharmacology exam for the LPN. 
• Current BLS. 
• LPNs that work in home care environments must have reliable daily transportation and will be required to maintain insurance, acceptable driving record according to HFHS Policy 4.09, and meet fingerprinting eligibility standards.