Pediatric Private Duty Nurse

Primecare Home Care; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 64,747; Part time

Job summary

A pediatric home healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate Pediatric Skilled Nurse to deliver high-quality in-home nursing care. Responsibilities include managing medical equipment, administering medications, and educating families on care techniques. Applicants must hold a valid Georgia nursing license and have at least one year of pediatric nursing experience. Current BLS certification is also required. This position offers competitive hourly compensation based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of a nursing skills test with an 80% or above.
• Valid Georgia nursing license required.
• Minimum of one year of pediatric nursing experience, home care preferred.
• Experience with medically complex clients needed.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care to pediatric clients at home.
• Manage medical equipment including feeding tubes and ventilators.
• Administer medications and respiratory treatments.
• Monitor and assess patient conditions regularly.
• Educate families on caring for children with complex needs.
• Collaborate with healthcare team for comprehensive care.

Skills

Pediatric nursing experience

Medication administration

Monitoring patient conditions

Educational support for families

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN)

BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

Tools

Medical equipment management

Job description

Pediatric Skilled Nurse Job Description

Hours: 16 Hours

Nurse Skill Level: High-Level Skilled Nursing

Criteria: Clients requiring basic nursing interventions that involve routine monitoring and assistance. This includes total care and the addition of the following: Feeding machine, cycling vomiting syndrome, omphacoele.

Compensation: LPN: $30 - $33 per hour; RN: $45 - $47 per hour.

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Pediatric Skilled Nurse to provide high-quality, in-home nursing care for pediatric clients with complex medical needs. Our clients receive services through the Georgia Pediatric Program (GAPP) and require attentive, specialized nursing care. The nurse will be responsible for delivering direct patient care, monitoring the child's condition, and educating families on care techniques.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one skilled nursing care to pediatric clients in the home setting.
• Manage and maintain medical equipment, including feeding tubes, tracheostomies, ventilators, and seizure logs.
• Administer medications, respiratory treatments, and other prescribed therapies.
• Monitor and assess patient conditions, responding promptly to changes in status.
• Document care provided and communicate effectively with healthcare team members.
• Educate and support families in caring for children with complex medical needs.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and case managers to ensure comprehensive care.
• Maintain compliance with all state regulations, agency policies, and professional nursing standards.

Qualifications

• Completion of a nursing skills test with an 80% or above.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid Georgia nursing license.
• Minimum of one year of pediatric nursing experience (home care experience preferred).
• Experience caring for medically complex clients with feeding tubes, seizure disorders, tracheostomies, and ventilators.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.