Pediatric Private Duty Nurse (RN/LPN)

First Day Homecare, LLC; Kentucky; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

First Day Homecare, LLC is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) in Kentucky to provide comprehensive nursing services per the state's Nurse Practice Act. The RN will be responsible for physical assessments, developing client care plans, and supervising LPNs and HHAs. Ideal candidates are graduates of accredited nursing programs with a current RN license, strong communication skills, and CPR certification. This position offers day shifts with 40 hours per week, ensuring high-quality care in home health settings.

Qualifications

• Current license as a Registered Nurse in Kentucky.
• Licensed driver with automobile insured per state requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing services following the state Nurse Practice Act.
• Perform physical assessments and initiate client care plans.
• Report changes in client condition to the medical team.

Skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Nursing theory application

Physical assessments

Delegation skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing

BSN preferred

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Provides services to clients in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act, Agency policy, and accepted professional standards of practice. The Registered Nurse (RN) provides nursing services utilizing a comprehensive base of nursing theory under the direction of a medically approved care plan.

Position Summary

Day Shift 40 hours/week

Reports To

Clinical Supervisor

Provides Supervision To

NA – No supervision responsibilities

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing. BSN preferred.
• Current license as a Registered Nurse in the state of operation.
• Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Current CPR certification.
• Licensed driver with automobile insured in accordance with state and/or Agency requirements.

Essential Functions/Areas of Accountability

1. Assumes responsibility and accountability for the practice of professional nursing in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act and standards for home health nursing.
2. Performs physical assessments of clients. May complete comprehensive assessments for client admissions and reassessments at the discretion of the Clinical Supervisor.
3. Supervises Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses (LPN/LVNs) and/or Home Health Aides (HHAs) at the discretion of the Clinical Supervisor.
4. Reports changes in client condition promptly to the medical practitioner overseeing care as well as to other members of the client’s care team.
5. Participates in the development of the client care plan.
6. Consistently demonstrates competency with technical nursing skills according to personal and legal scope of practice.
7. Practices nursing with respect for individual, cultural, and spiritual differences.
8. Follows Agency policies and procedures as well as payor and accreditation requirements.
9. Initiates actions to improve the quality of client care and to prevent negative client outcomes. Continually promotes safety and infection prevention and control practices.
10. Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
11. Participates in ongoing, professional self-development.
12. Delegates tasks to Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses (LPN/LVNs) and/or Home Health Aides (HHAs) based on their legal scope of practice and where circumstances require.
13. Performs other duties as deemed necessary.