RNs​/LPNs: Pediatric Private Duty Nursing; Northwest Iowa

Family First Family First Homecare provides exceptional homecare 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. Family First gives you the support you need to do your best work and provide exceptional one‑on‑one care to your patients in the comfort of their homes.

Join us become a part of our family and the families you care for.

Family First Homecare, formerly Universal Pediatrics, is hiring compassionate RNs and LPNs to provide 1:1 pediatric private duty care for young clients in Northwest Iowa. This is a rewarding role for nurses who value connection, continuity of care, and making a real difference in a child’s life—plus a few extra smiles and hugs along the way.

• Cherokee
• Emmetsburg
• Fort Dodge
• Lakota
• Le Mars
• Paullina
• Rockwell City
• Sanborn
• Sheldon
• Sioux Center
• Spencer
• Spirit Lake
• Storm Lake
• Swea City
• Iowa (general)

Full‑time, part‑time, and PRN hours. Up to 12‑hour shifts. Weekdays, weeknights, evenings, and weekends. Start of care: urgent / immediate client needs.

• Pediatric (infant) patient
• G‑tube care
• Tracheostomy (trach) care
• Ventilator support
• Medication administration
• Training offered

Hourly wage with $2 per hour shift differential for shifts worked between 7:00PM and 7:00AM. Paid weekly. Benefits with full‑time positions. Employee Referral Bonus.

• LPN/LVN Nursing Degree.
• Unencumbered LPN/LVN License in the state of employment or Multi‑State license through the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact.
• 1 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.

The ability to read and communicate in English both verbally and in writing.

• Accountable for providing care that is based on licensure/certification within the scope of practice.
• Maintains an updated clinical record on each patient at all times, meeting required deadlines for documentation.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of nursing service to the patient and family on an ongoing basis.
• Consults with physicians concerning alterations of patient care plans, documentation of changes in patient care and reports all changes in care to the nurse supervisor.
• Supports FFHC’s mission by mentoring and/or coaching new employees during patient‑specific orientations.
• Educates patients and their caregivers on topics related to patients’ care needs.
• Participates in FFHC Quality Assurance, Performance Improvement program (QAPI) as requested.
• Continually strives to improve his/her nursing care skills.
• Attends and/or completes all mandatory training/ in‑services as assigned.
• Submits required personnel file documentation in a timely manner.
• Adheres to FFHC compliance and ethics expectations.
• Maintains patient and family confidentiality.
• Maintains professional, supportive, and responsive interpersonal communication skills.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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 (50) pounds without an assisted lifting device. Frequent use of office machines to include 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 on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.