LPN​/RN - Pediatric Homecare; Southeast Iowa

Family First Homecare provides exceptional home‑care services to children with life‑long health conditions. We live by our values of telling the truth, owning the details, and raising the bar, working hard to make your job an experience that you enjoy every day.

We are hiring compassionate RNs and LPNs to provide 1:1 pediatric private‑duty care to an elementary‑age child in Burlington, Iowa. This is a rewarding role for nurses who value connection, continuity of care, and making a real difference in a child’s life.

Burlington, Iowa

Urgent/Immediate

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday – 9 hour day shifts
• Wednesday – 7 hour day shift

Pediatric (elementary‑age) client

Paid weekly hourly wage

• Full‑time hours (30+ per week)
• Employee referral bonus

• Experience with trach and ventilator care encouraged, but not required
• Comfortable managing G‑tube feedings (training may be available)
• Reliable, attentive, and committed to consistent scheduling

• Private health care plans: medical, dental, vision and health savings account with employer matching contribution
• 401(k) retirement plan and company matching contributions
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Employee assistance program (EAP) for employee and family
• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Payroll card allowing wages deposited directly to card
• W2 employee status
• Professional development within a rapidly growing organization
• Opportunities for promotions and upward mobility
• Employee referral bonus program
• Long‑lasting and memorable bonds with clients
• Individual, hands‑on training and support
• 24‑hour management support
• Work/life balance
• Fun activities and incentives
• Promotion opportunities
• Access to CE courses
  * eligibility requirements apply and some benefit offerings may vary by state

• Accountable for providing care that is based on licensure/certification within the scope of practice.
• Maintain an updated clinical record on each patient at all times, meeting required deadlines for documentation.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing service to the patient and family on an ongoing basis.
• Consult with physicians concerning alterations of patient care plans, documentation of changes in patient care, and report all changes in care to the nurse supervisor.
• Support FFHC’s mission by mentoring and/or coaching new employees during patient‑specific orientations.
• Educate patients and their caregivers on topics related to patients’ care needs.
• Participate in QAPI as requested.
• Continually strive to improve nursing care skills.
• Attend and/or complete all mandatory training/in‑services as assigned.
• Submit required personnel file documentation in a timely manner.
• Adhere to FFHC compliance and ethics expectations.
• Maintain patient and family confidentiality.
• Maintain professional, supportive, and responsive interpersonal communication skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• LPN/LVN nursing degree.
• Unencumbered LPN/LVN license in the state of employment or multi‑state license through the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact where recognized.
• One year of demonstrated experience.
• Valid driver license with proof of insurance in applicable states.
• Clear background screening.
• Working knowledge of nurse practice acts.
• Valid and current CPR card/certificate with in‑person instructor‑led hands‑on skills check.
• Clear Hep B screening in applicable states.
• Clear TB screening in applicable states.

• Ability to read and communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.

• Work is performed in the patient’s home – not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
• Training may be performed in an office setting.
• Must be able to lift up to fifty pounds without an assisted lifting device.
• Frequent use of office machines, including telephone, computer, and printer.

Family First Homecare is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran’s status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Family First Homecare complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.