Registered Nurse for Pediatric Patients

Avid Health at Home; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

Paid time off

Holiday pay

401k with match

Ongoing training

Referral bonus

Performance bonus

Job summary

Avid Health at Home is seeking a Private Duty Nurse (RN) to provide in-home and school-based nursing services to pediatric clients in Kalamazoo and Hudsonville, MI. The role supports long-term client growth and works under supervision of a Clinical Manager.

Flexible scheduling with days, nights, weekends and PRN opportunities; competitive hourly pay; full and part-time openings with benefits for eligible staff. Requires MI RN license and 1+ year home care experience.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Licensure: RN licensed in Michigan with current, unencumbered status.
• Travel: Valid driver’s license; driving record satisfactory.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year home care; 1 year hospital nursing preferred.
• Skills: G-tube feeding, Trachs/Vents, cough assist, seizure interventions, catheterization.
• Documentation: Ability to use computerized eMAR and care records.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal skills; work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Evaluate and treat clients under supervision of RN/Clinical Manager.
• Monitor vital signs and report changes to the healthcare team.
• Provide nursing services in home and school settings.
• Coordinate care plans and follow-up appointments.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in eMAR.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and proper equipment use.
• Participate in standard policies and procedures.

Skills

RN licensure

Home care experience

G-tube feeding

Trachs/Vents

Cough assist

Seizure management

Catheterization

Valid driver’s license

eMAR documentation

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Tools

eMAR systems

Job description

Full-time, Part-time Description

Avid Health delivers exceptional personalized in-home care services by hiring compassionate people who believe in taking care of our clients, fellow employees, and the communities we service.

We believe in Access, Value-Based Care, Innovation, and Dedication to Quality.

The Private Duty Nurse (PDN) is a valued member of the client care team that provides meaningful nursing services to pediatric patients right here in our local community, opportunities to support them one-on-one both in the home and in the school setting. Long term stable client census exists, opportunities to be with the same patient to support their long-term growth and development.

Work Location: Openings in Kalamazoo, Mi and Hudsonville, MI

Pay

$40.00 - $42.00 per hour

Core Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Evaluates and treats clients with appropriate level of skill according to client's needs under the supervision of an RN, Clinical Manager.
• Monitor patient vital signs and report any changes to the healthcare team.
• Provide nursing services both in the home and school environment.
• Verbal demonstrations of client rights and responsibilities
• Support case management by coordinating patient care plans and follow-up appointments.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation in compliance with healthcare regulations through eMAR systems.
• Demonstrate proper use of equipment.
• Ensure HIPAA regulations are adhered to.
• All other duties assigned.

Scheduling

Flexible schedule, days, nights, weekends, PRN opportunities.

Variety of shift lengths available, from short single visits up to 12-hour shifts.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, paid weekly (with access to daily pay through TapCheck)
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Shift Differential
• Ongoing training and supervisor support.
• Employee referral bonus
• Performance based bonus
• 401k plan with company match

Additional benefits for eligible Full-Time (30+ hours) employees:

• Medical Insurance, with company contribution
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Requirements

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Licensure / Certification: Registered Nurse who is licensed by the State of Michigan. Must have a current, unencumbered license as an RN. The license must be in good standing in the state of Michigan. Must maintain all state and federal compliance requirements for licensure and employment.
• Travel: Travel is required for business purposes. Employees must have a valid driver’s license issued by the state in which they work and a satisfactory driving record.
• Work Experience: Minimum of one year of home care experience. One additional year of nursing experience, preferably in a hospital.
• Skills and Additional Requirements:
• Experienced with G-Tube feeding
• Experienced with Trachs/Vents
• Experienced with cough assist treatment
• Experienced with seizure interventions
• Experienced with straight catheterization
• Ability to use computerized eMAR and documentation systems.
• Satisfactory verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

Salary Description $40.00 - $42.00 per hour