RN or LPN : Pediatric Homecare - Lehigh Acres, FL

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

Family First Homecare (FFHC) is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver high-quality, in-home nursing care to pediatric patients. In this vital role, you'll be responsible for providing comprehensive nursing services, adhering strictly to Family First Homecare policies, state Nurse Practice Acts, and all applicable State and Federal regulations.

• Lehigh Acres, FL – Thursdays & Fridays, 6:30 AM – 6:30 PM (Trach/Vent – Vent only at night), 7 year old boy.
• Lehigh Acres, FL – Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Seizure Management).
• Other cases available in Lee County and surrounding areas.

• Private Health Care Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Health Savings Account with an 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 to be deposited directly on your card (may vary by state)
• 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 reports 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 FFHC Quality Assurance, Performance Improvement program (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.

• Required:
  
  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.
• 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.

• State-specific requirements for Florida, Illinois, and Pennsylvania are outlined below.

• Florida:
  Additional requirements apply as per Florida regulations.
• Illinois:
  Valid driver license with proof of insurance not required; staff are prohibited from driving patients.
• Illinois:
  Hep B screening not a prerequisite for hire; completed as part of onboarding.
• Pennsylvania:
  Additional background screening (Child Abuse, FBI check) required.