Licensed Practical Nurse - Emergency Care
- BLS
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open licensed practical nurse jobs in Michigan post a median of $32.25 an hour, the middle half $28.43–$34.10, across 52 jobs that state their pay. Licensed practical nurses employed in Michigan earn a median of $31.47 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Workplace injuries
Main Hospital Campus in Jackson reported 127 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 3,924,575 hours worked: 6.5 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. 6 of them describe violence by a patient, resident or client in the case's own words. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
Medicare rating of Henry Ford Allegiance Health
Medicare gives Henry Ford Allegiance Health 3 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Michigan's hospitals average 3.0). 74% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Michigan hospitals by rating.
What this hospital paid
By Henry Ford Allegiance Health's report to Medicare, its licensed practical nurse hours averaged $35.18 an hour in 2022 pay periods, its own and contract staff together, before benefits, against $33.90 an hour across Michigan's hospitals. An average over every such hour, not this job's pay: the posting states its own. What Michigan hospitals pay nurses.
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About the job
Job Title
Licened Practical Nurse
About the Department
Join our dedicated team at the Jackson hospital campus, a cornerstone of health and wellness in mid-Michigan. Surrounded by the natural beauty of lakes and parks, our community-focused environment offers a unique blend of small-town charm and high-quality healthcare. Here, you will serve a close-knit community, providing essential care in a supportive and collaborative setting. Be part of a team that values compassion, excellence, and making a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients.
Role Overview
As an LPN at Henry Ford Health, you will play a vital role in delivering compassionate and skilled nursing care under the guidance of registered nurses and providers. Your work will directly support patient well-being, contributing to the development and execution of personalized care plans. This role is essential in ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care across our healthcare settings.
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
- Provide nursing care using sound judgment and technical skills.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and evaluate patient care plans.
- Perform routine and technical nursing services to support patient health.
- Demonstrate clinical competence in all nursing responsibilities.
Why join the Emergency Department at Henry Ford Jackson Hospital?
- Level II Trauma Designation with a diverse population
- Nursing led department with active Unit Based Council
- Excellent provider partnerships
- Specialty training with support for multiple certifications
- Great camaraderie
- Flexible scheduling options available
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.
What You Will Need
Required Qualifications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Graduate from an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing School
- Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills
- 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.
- Must meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards and behaviors as outlined in the HFHS’ Customer Service Policy: 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 outlined 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
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
PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- For the ambulatory setting, previous ambulatory nursing experience preferred
What We Offer
At Henry Ford Health, we foster an environment where you can grow professionally, collaborate with diverse teams, and engage in mission-driven work that makes a real difference. We provide opportunities for continuous learning and development, empowering you to advance your career while contributing to our shared mission of exceptional care.
Join Our Team
Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of a team that's transforming healthcare.
From Henry Ford Health's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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