Pediatric Private Duty Nurse

Flournoy Health Systems; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Flournoy Health Systems in Georgia seeks a compassionate Pediatric Skilled Nurse to provide in-home care for children with complex medical needs under the Georgia Pediatric Program (GAPP).

The nurse will deliver direct patient care, monitor conditions, manage equipment such as feeding tubes, tracheostomies, and ventilators, and educate families on care techniques while coordinating with physicians and therapists.

Qualifications

• Pediatric nursing experience required; home care preferred.
• LPN or RN licensed in Georgia with current license.
• BLS certification required for all candidates.

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 and respiratory therapies as prescribed.
• Monitor and assess patient conditions, responding promptly to changes in status.
• Document care provided and communicate with healthcare team.
• Educate families on care techniques and provide support.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and case managers to ensure comprehensive care.
• Maintain compliance with state regulations and nursing standards.

Skills

Pediatric nursing

Education

RN or LPN with GA license

Tools

Feeding tubes

Tracheostomies

Ventilators

Job description

24 hours

Nurse Skill Level: High-Level Skilled Nursing

Pediatric Skilled Nurse Job Description

Hours: 24 hours

Nurse Skill Level: High-Level Skilled Nursing

Compensation

$30 - $33 per hour

$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.