Pediatric Private Duty Nurse RN or LPN

First Day Homecare, LLC; Kentucky; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

First Day Homecare, LLC is seeking a Registered Nurse for a night shift role, from 10pm to 6am, covering Sunday to Saturday. The RN will be responsible for providing nursing services to clients according to state regulations and agency standards.

Qualified candidates will have a nursing degree, an active RN license, and strong communication skills. Essential functions include conducting client assessments, supervising nursing staff, and adhering to professional nursing standards.

Qualifications

• Current license as a Registered Nurse in the state of operation.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Maintaining confidentiality in all job aspects.

Responsibilities

• Provide services to clients according to nursing standards.
• Perform physical assessments of clients.
• Supervise nursing staff as needed.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Technical nursing skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing

BSN preferred

Tools

CPR certification

Valid driver's license

Job description

Night shift: 10pm-6am Sunday - Saturday

Position Summary

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.

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.