Private Duty Pediatric Nurse

Job Title:
Private Duty Pediatric Nurse (Home Health)

Agency: Altra Home Health Location: Russiaville, IN
Position Type: Daytime and Night Time - Full-time/Part-time/PRN
Reports To: Clinical Supervisor

Altra Home Health is seeking a compassionate and skilled Nurse to join our team. In this rewarding role, you’ll provide personalized care to
pediatric patients in their homes — many of whom have complex medical conditions
, including gastrostomy tubes (G-tubes), cerebral palsy, chronic diseases
, and occasionally require tracheostomy or ventilator support
. You’ll play a vital role in helping them live safely and comfortably in their home, where they thrive the most.

• Perform thorough head-to-toe assessments and follow individualized plans of care
• Provide care which may include G-tube feedings, medication administration, wound care, trach care and ventilator support.
• Care for patients with professionalism and empathy.
• Educate patients and caregivers on disease management, emergency procedures, and therapeutic techniques
• Collaborate closely with physicians, therapists, and other team members to optimize care
• Document all care activities accurately and promptly in compliance with agency and state requirements
• Maintain rigorous safety, infection control, and privacy standards

• Shift durations range from 4 to 12 hours
  , depending on patient needs and nurse availability
• Flexible scheduling options available for daytime, nighttime, evening, and weekend shifts
• Opportunities for consistent long‑term cases or variable schedules

• Active Nursing license in Indiana or an active compact Nursing license
• At least [1–2] years of clinical nursing experience (home health and pediatric experience strongly preferred)
• Experience with G-tube, trach, or vent care preferred (but training will be offered)
• Current CPR certification
• Strong critical thinking and independent decision‑making abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license

• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of medically complex patients
• Join a collaborative and supportive care team
• Enjoy flexible scheduling and competitive compensation
• Receive ongoing training
• Be part of a mission‑driven agency that values compassionate individualized care