Pediatric Home Health Nurse

Pediatric Home Health Nurse

Nursing Carrollton, TX, US

6 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $25.00 To $38.00 Hourly

We’re hiring Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) across Texas who want to work 1 on 1 with pediatric patients in home health. We are a boutique provider that is family-owned and operated. Pay range: $25.00 - $38.00 based off licensure

• Quarterly Loyalty Bonus: $250 every 3 months - just for staying with us
• Weekly Pay every Friday
• Generous PTO: 80 hours (0–2 years) / 120 hours (3–4 years) / 160 hours (5+ years)
• Competitive Pay
• 401K Match Plan:
  Up to 4% full match & 6% half-match
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance through CIGNA
• Boutique Provider:
  Be part of a close-knit, supportive team

The primary function is to administer skilled nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse to pediatric patients/clients, in their places of residence; and coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, patient/client, their family, and referring agency.

• Under the direction of the RN, assists in identifying the patient’s/client’s physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation.
• Participates in planning and implementing care in conjunction with the RN, in accordance with the POC.
• Provides care using infection control measures that protect both staff and patient/client.
• Assures the continuity of care through delivery of quality patient/client care.
• Provides effective communication to the patient/client, their family, team members, and other health care professionals as evidenced by clinical notes, case conferences, communication notes, and evaluations. Completes appropriate documentation in a timely manner.
• Monitors assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of payor.
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth and competency.
• Promotes the Agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.

• Graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing.
• Current Texas license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or a multi-state license issued by a state member of the National Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
• One year experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in a clinical care pediatric setting strongly preferred.
• Home health experience preferred.

No

Works in patients’/clients’ homes in various conditions; possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases; must have ability to work a flexible schedule and to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather.

Prolonged standing and walking required, with ability to lift up to 50lbs and move patients/clients. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient/client needs, and to make quick decisions and resource acquisition; meet patient/client and family individualized psychosocial needs. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

• Hours/Shifts may vary based on client/patient needs/authorized hours.

Some

• Experience recognizing the needs and concerns of individuals.
• Effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instruction in English.
• Able to work in fast-paced, self-directed environment.
• Detail oriented with excellent time management skills.
• Decision-making, problem resolution and creative thinking skills.
• Responds well to multitasking while providing exceptional customer service, support and responsiveness.
• Should be honest, competitive, energetic, enthusiastic, professional and systematic.
• Ability to demonstrate and educate to patient family members on all equipment necessary.