Pediatric Home Health Nurse
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Pediatric Home Health NurseNursing Shepherd, TX, US
30+ days ago Requisition
Salary Range: $25.00 To $38.00 Hourly
We’re hiring Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) across Texas who want to work 1 on 1 with pediatric patients in home health. We are a boutique provider that is family-owned and operated.
Why Sentido Health?✅
Quarterly Loyalty Bonus
: $250 every 3 months - just for staying with us
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Weekly Pay every Friday!
✅ Generous PTO
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- 80 hours (0–2 years)
- 120 hours (3–4 years)
- 160 hours (5+ years)
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Competitive Pay
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401K Match Plan
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Up to 4% full match & 6% half-match
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Comprehensive Benefits
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance through CIGNA
✅ Boutique Provider
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Be part of a close-knit, supportive team
Make a difference while working in a rewarding, supportive environment. Apply today and grow with us! 🎉
Pediatric Home Health Nurse - Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Summary/ObjectiveThe primary function is to administer skilled nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse to pediatric patients/clients, in their places of residence; and coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, patient/client, their family, and referring agency.
Essential Functions- Under the direction of the RN, assists in identifying the patient’s/client’s physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation.
- Participates in planning and implementing care in conjunction with the RN, in accordance with the POC.
- Provides care using infection control measures that protect both staff and patient/client.
- Assures the continuity of care through delivery of quality patient/client care.
- Provides effective communication to the patient/client, their family, team members, and other health care professionals as evidenced by clinical notes, case conferences, communication notes, and evaluations. Completes appropriate documentation in a timely manner
- Monitors assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of payor.
- Demonstrates commitment, professional growth and competency.
- Promotes the Agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
Education and Experience
- Graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing
- Current Texas license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or a multi-state license issued by a state member of the National Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)
- One year experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in a clinical care pediatric setting strongly preferred.
- Home health experience preferred.
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Works in patients’/clients’ homes in various conditions; possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases; must have ability to work a flexible schedule and to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather
Physical/Mental DemandsProlonged standing and walking required, with ability to lift up to 50lbs and move patients/clients. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient/client needs, and to make quick decisions and resource acquisition; meet patient/client and family individualized psychosocial needs. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work- Hours/Shifts may vary based on client/patient needs/authorized hours.
- Some
- Experience recognizing the needs and concerns of individuals
- Effectively communicate orally and in writing
- Ability to follow verbal and written instruction in English
- Able to work in fast-paced, self-directed environment.
- Detail oriented with excellent time management skills.
- Decision-making, problem resolution and creative thinking skills.
- Responds well to multitasking while providing exceptional customer service, support and responsiveness
- Should be honest, competitive, energetic, enthusiastic, professional and systematic.
- Ability to demonstrate and educate to patient family members on all equipment necessary
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