Full-Time Registered Nurse (DS)

PediaTrust; Denham Springs (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

PediaTrust in Denham Springs, Louisiana is seeking a Full-Time Registered Nurse to provide total care for children, including administering medications and developing care plans. The ideal candidate will have experience with medically complex children and hold an active RN license.

Responsibilities include assessing health, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring compliance with health guidelines. The position offers various benefits including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• One or more years of experience as a RN with pediatric experience.
• Current State License and BLS Certification required.
• Experience caring for medically complex or technologically dependent children.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor the physical and emotional health of children.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments per care plans.
• Maintain accurate medical records of all health assessments.

Skills

Pediatric Nursing Experience

BLS Certification

CPR Certification

Education

RN License

PALS Certification

Tools

Medical Equipment Use

Job description

Full-Time Registered Nurse

Work alongside a CNA/DCW to provide total care for up to 6 children. Administering medications, treatments, emergency action, help develop and implement care plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor the physical and emotional health of children throughout the day recognizing and reporting signs of distress.
• Monitor vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen levels, and temperature, and report changes in condition.
• Administer prescribed medications, injections, IVs, and treatments according to individual care plans and emergency protocols.
• Ensure proper hygiene and prevent infections, safe handling practices, infection control and safety procedures are followed.
• Ensure the appropriate use of medical equipment such as feeding tubes, oxygen therapy, ventilators, and other specialized devices.
• Assist children with complex medical matters requiring assistance with feeding, mobility, restroom, tubes, lifting, and other needs.
• Respond promptly yet calmly and decisively to medical emergencies providing CPR, first aid, and other life‑saving procedures as needed.
• Work closely with parents and guardians to understand the child’s medical needs, care protocols, health updates, incidents, and concerns.
• Ensure care plans are updated and followed.
• Maintain accurate medical records of all health assessments, medications, treatments, incidents and ensure compliance with state health and safety guidelines and HIPAA.

Required Qualifications

• Pediatric Nursing: One or more years of experience as a RN with pediatric experience, which includes six months caring for medically complex or technologically dependent children; or 2 or more years of documented pediatric nursing experience as a licensed practical nurse with six months experience caring for medically complex or technologically dependent children. (Required)
• BLS Certification (Required)
• Current State License (Required)
• CPR Certified (Required)
• RN license (Required)

Preferred Qualifications

• Use of relevant medical equipment or administering medications
• Caring for children who have chronic illnesses or disabilities
• PALS Certified (RN)

License/Certification

• RN License (Required)
• PALS Certification (Preferred for RN)

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Vision insurance