PRN RN (BR)

PediaTrust; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

PediaTrust is seeking a Part-time Registered Nurse (PRN) to support pediatric care alongside a CNA/DCW for up to six children. You will administer medications, treatments, and emergency actions, following individualized care plans to ensure safety and comfort.

The RN will monitor vital signs, document health updates, and work with families to update care plans while maintaining HIPAA-compliant records in alignment with state guidelines. BLS and CPR are required.

Qualifications

• 2 years of pediatric nursing experience.
• Current RN license in Louisiana.
• BLS and CPR certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor the physical and emotional health of children and report distress signs.
• Monitor vital signs and report changes in condition.
• Administer prescribed medications, treatments, and emergency interventions per care plans.
• Ensure hygiene, infection control, and safety procedures are followed.
• Use medical equipment as required for feeding, oxygen, or other devices.
• Assist children with feeding, mobility, and daily living activities.
• Respond to medical emergencies with CPR and first aid as needed.
• Collaborate with parents/guardians to update medical needs and care plans.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure HIPAA compliance.
• Follow state health guidelines and facility policies.

Skills

Pediatric Nursing

CPR Certified

BLS Certification

Job description

Part- time (PRN) Registered Nurse Work alongside a CNA/DCW to provide total care for up to 6 children. Administering medications, treatments, emergency action, help develop and implement care plans. Key Responsibilities:

• Assess and monitor the physical and emotional health of children throughout the day recognizing and reporting signs of distress.
• Monitor vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen levels, and temperature, and report changes in condition.
• Administer prescribed medications, injections, IVs, and treatments according to individual care plans and emergency protocols.
• Ensure proper hygiene and prevent infections, safe handling practices, infection control and safety procedures are followed.
• Ensure the appropriate use of medical equipment such as feeding tubes, oxygen therapy, ventilators, and other specialized devices.
• Assist children with complex medical matters requiring assistance with feeding, mobility, restroom, tubes, lifting, and other needs.
• Respond promptly yet calmly and decisively to medical emergencies providing CPR, first aid, and other life-saving procedures as needed.
• Work closely with parents and guardians to understand the child’s medical needs, care protocols, health updates, incidents, and concerns.
• Ensure care plans are updated and followed.
• Maintain accurate medical records of all health assessments, medications, treatments, incidents and ensure compliance with state health and safety guidelines and HIPAA.

Required Qualifications:

• Pediatric Nursing: 2 years
• BLS Certification
• Current StateRN License
• CPR Certified

Preferred Qualifications:

• Use of relevant medical equipment or administering medications
• Caring for children who have chronic illnesses or disabilities
• PALS Certified

Job Types:

Part-time, PRN

Medical Specialty:

Pediatrics