Licensed Practical Nurse (Pediatric)

Care Options For Kids; Orange Park (FL); On-site; USD 58,240 - 64,480; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k)

Weekly pay and direct deposit

Discounts on movie tickets, car rentals, hotels

Job summary

A pediatric home health care provider is looking for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to deliver quality care in a home setting. Responsibilities include administering medications and providing specialized care such as tracheostomy and ventilation. Candidates should have a current Florida LPN license and a BLS CPR card. The position offers a flexible schedule and competitive pay ranging from $58,240 to $64,480 annually.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse with current Florida LPN license.
• Experience or willingness to train for G-tube, trach, and vent care.
• Completion of Alzheimer's training required.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications per physician orders.
• Provide treatments as ordered by the physician.
• Conduct assessments for seizures.

Skills

Medication administration

Tracheostomy care

Ventilation care

Seizure assessment and treatment

Education

Current Florida LPN license

Current BLS CPR card

Job description

About the Role

At Care Options for Kids, a pediatric home health care company providing one-on-one care in the home, we do things a little differently. There's no revolving door of patients or hospital setting chaos blinking call lights, scurrying doctors, and wards bursting at the seams. You work with self-sufficient autonomy, empowered to make a real difference in your clients' lives. We value your clinical knowledge and respect the deep one-on-one bond you establish with the families you care for.

Benefits for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and flexible schedule
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k)
• Weekly pay and direct deposit
• 24/7 on-call for support
• CEU credits
• Training opportunities
• Preceptor Program
• Nurse Referral Bonus
• Access to a simple, easy-to-use website that supports your everyday functions!
• Rack up Stars for cash-value rewards. We believe in recognizing a job well done!
• Discounts on movie tickets, car rentals, hotels, theme parks, and more!

Responsibilities of Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)

• Medication administration per physician orders
• Physician ordered treatments for:
  • Nutrition via a feeding tube
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Suctioning nasal, oral and/or endotracheal
  • Ventilation care
  • Seizure assessment and treatment

Requirements for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)

• Current, active Florida LPN license
• Current BLS CPR card (obtained in-person, not online)
• G-tube, trach, vent experience, or willing to train
• TB Skin Test (PPD) or TB Blood Test (QF)
• Alzheimer's training - 2 Hour DOEA Approved Course (provided at no cost if needed)
• 1- Hour DOEA Alzheimer's Video (provided free of cost on DOEA website)

About Care Options for Kids

Care Options for Kids is the leading provider of pediatric nursing services. Our mission is to provide high-quality pediatric services that help children and families live their best lives. Achieving that mission can only be accomplished with talented and caring nurses like you.

With locations in Colorado, Texas, Arizona, Nevada, Florida, Oregon, Washington, California, Wyoming, New Jersey, Delaware, and Pennsylvania, the Care Options for Kids Community offers a wide range of pediatric health services, including pediatric nursing and therapies, ABA therapy, nursing, Family Caregiver Services, and school-based services.

Salary:

$58240.00 - $64480.00 / year