Pediatric Home Health Nurse

Sentido Health; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Loyalty Bonus

Weekly Pay

Generous PTO

Job summary

Sentido Health is hiring a Pediatric Home Health Nurse (RN or LVN) to provide one-on-one nursing care to pediatric patients in their homes across Texas. The role requires a Texas license (RN or LVN) with pediatric/home health experience preferred.

We offer competitive pay, a quarterly loyalty bonus, weekly pay, generous PTO, and a 401K match. Travel to patient homes is required, with a supportive, boutique provider environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing.
• Current Texas license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or a multistate license.
• One year experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in a pediatric setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer skilled nursing care under supervision of a registered nurse.
• Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team and family.
• Identify patient needs and plan care with the RN.
• Provide care using infection control measures.
• Ensure continuity of care and accurate documentation.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing

Texas LVN/RN license (multistate allowed)

Job description

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Pediatric Home Health Nurse

Nursing Richardson, TX, US

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. Pay Range: $25.00-$38.00 (depending on license)

Why Sentido Health?
Quarterly Loyalty Bonus: $250 every 3 months - just for staying with us
Weekly Payevery Friday!
Generous PTO:

• 80 hours (0–2 years)


• 120 hours (3–4 years)


• 160 hours (5+ years)

Competitive Pay
401K Match Plan: Up to 4% full match & 6% half-match
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance through CIGNA
Boutique Provider: Be part of a close-knit, supportive team

Pediatric Home Health Nurse - Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Summary/Objective

The 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.

Preferred/Required 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.

Supervisory Responsibility

No

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 Demands

Prolonged 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.

Travel

• Some

Organizational Requirements

• 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