Pediatric Shift Nurse (LPN​/RN) - School & Home-Based Care

Job Details

Job Location:

West Des Moines Office - West Des Moines, IA 50266

Position Type:
Full-Time/Part-Time

Salary Range: $26.00 - $35.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

Pediatric Shift Nurse (LPN/RN) – School & Home-Based Care

Are you a compassionate nurse looking for an opportunity to make a lasting difference in the life of a child and her family?

Iowa Home Care is seeking a dedicated LPN or RN to provide one-on-one nursing care for a sweet pediatric client in her home and school setting. This is more than a nursing job—it's an opportunity to become a trusted part of a child's support system and help her safely participate in the activities and experiences that every child deserves.

You will accompany and assist this child during school hours, provide skilled nursing care throughout the day, and support her health, safety, and independence in both the home and community. The family is seeking dependable nursing coverage between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM, as well as weekend hours, making this an excellent opportunity for nurses looking for flexible scheduling and meaningful one-on-one care.

If you enjoy building relationships, creating consistency for families, and making a real impact every day, we'd love to meet you.

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Wellness Program and On-Site Gym
• Flexible Scheduling
• Ongoing Clinical Training and Support
• Supportive Leadership Team
• The opportunity to provide focused, one-on-one care without the stress of managing multiple patients

• Provide skilled nursing care according to physician orders and the individualized care plan.
• Accompany and support the client during school attendance as needed.
• Monitor the client's condition and respond appropriately to health needs throughout the day.
• Administer medications, treatments, and nursing interventions as ordered.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care provided.
• Communicate effectively with family members, school personnel, physicians, and the Iowa Home Care clinical team.
• Promote a safe, healthy, and supportive environment that allows the client to thrive at home and at school.
• Build a trusting, positive relationship with the client and family while serving as a consistent and dependable presence in her daily life.
• Advocate for the client's well-being, comfort, and quality of life.

At Iowa Home Care, we know that the best care happens when nurses have the time to truly connect with the people they serve. This position offers the unique opportunity to work one-on-one with a child, become an important part of her daily routine, and develop a meaningful relationship with both the client and her family.

You'll be supported by an experienced clinical team while enjoying the rewarding experience of helping a child safely attend school, participate in everyday activities, and live life to the fullest. Every shift is an opportunity to make a difference—not just in a patient's life, but in the life of an entire family.

• Current Iowa LPN or RN license in good standing.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.
• Pediatric experience preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and assessment skills.
• Compassionate, dependable, and committed to providing exceptional care.