Job Description
About the Role A family in Ann Arbor is seeking a compassionate, experienced nurse to provide private duty care for a loved one with an advanced oncology diagnosis. We are building a small team of nurses to provide rotating 12-hour shifts so that our family member receives consistent, attentive care from a stable group of professionals who come to know him/her well. RN preferred; we are open to highly experienced LPNs. This is a meaningful role for the right person — one patient, one home, and the time and space to deliver nursing care the way you would want it delivered to your own family. What You'll Do Provide skilled nursing care during 12-hour day or night shifts in the patient's home Manage symptoms and medications with attention to detail Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) as needed Monitor and document clinical status, communicating clearly with the family and care team Support the patient and family with the calm, steady presence this stage of care requires Coordinate as needed with the patient's physicians and broader care team What We're Looking For Active Michigan RN or LPN license in good standing RN preferred; highly experienced LPNs welcome Oncology experience preferred Comfort and competence with pain management, symptom control, port care, and medication administration Compassion, discretion, and the kind of quiet professionalism that puts a family at ease Reliability — this family is counting on the team that's built Ability to commit to a minimum of two 12-hour shifts per week Ability to pass a background check and provide professional references What We Offer W-2 employment with the family, administered through a professional household payroll service (taxes, workers' compensation, and payroll handled professionally) Competitive hourly pay A single-patient assignment in a calm home environment A small, collegial care team The opportunity to make a real difference for one family during an important time To Apply Please reply with a brief note about your background, your relevant experience, and your general availability. We will follow up by phone for an initial conversation. Professional references will be discussed at that stage.