New Graduate Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse

Health Here; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Here is seeking a New Graduate Licensed Practical Nurse (Pediatric Care) to provide compassionate pediatric nursing in home and school settings under RN and physician supervision. You will deliver direct care, administer medications, monitor vitals, and support children with developmental needs.

The role emphasizes teamwork with families and multidisciplinary providers while maintaining thorough documentation and strict infection control standards.

Qualifications

• LPN designation required and ability to work under supervision.
• Pediatric caregiving skills and compassion.
• Medication administration and basic nursing care.
• Clear communication and teamwork with families and providers.
• Attention to documentation and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct pediatric nursing care based on individualized care plans
• Administer medications and treatments safely
• Monitor vital signs and observe/communicate changes in condition
• Support children with medical and developmental needs
• Collaborate with therapists, families, and healthcare providers
• Maintain accurate documentation of care and observations
• Follow safety procedures and infection control standards

Skills

LPN license

Pediatric care

Medication administration

Documentation

Teamwork

Infection control

Education

LPN certification

Job description

New Graduate Licensed Practical Nurse (Pediatric Care)

Provide compassionate, family-centered nursing care for children in home and school settings under RN and physician supervision.

Key Duties

• Deliver direct pediatric nursing care based on individualized care plans
• Administer medications and treatments safely
• Monitor vital signs and observe/communicate changes in condition
• Support children with medical and developmental needs
• Collaborate with therapists, families, and healthcare providers
• Maintain accurate documentation of care and observations
• Follow safety procedures and strict infection control standards

Qualifications & Skills

• Licensed Practical Nurse designation with ability to work under supervision
• Strong pediatric caregiving skills and a compassionate approach
• Competence in medication administration, monitoring, and basic nursing care
• Effective communication and teamwork with families and multidisciplinary providers
• Attention to detail for documentation, safety, and infection control