Registered Nurse RN Home Care

First Day Homecare - Orlando, FL; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

1:1 care

Advancement opportunities

Training and development

Job summary

First Day Homecare - Orlando, FL seeks an RN to perform in-home private duty nursing under physician orders, with supervision by a Clinical Supervisor. Responsibilities include comprehensive nursing care, medication administration, and family education.

The role covers pediatric and complex home health tasks, with a focus on safety, documentation, and adherence to state Nurse Practice Act guidelines.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current RN license in the operating state.
• Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional nursing care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
• Provides care in accordance with medical practitioner orders and the client’s care plan.
• Maintains orders for clients and documents all changes in orders in the medical record following Agency procedures.
• The scope of clinical practice includes personal care services, monitoring and reporting findings, medication administration, client teaching, IV infusion, emergency intervention, and specialized pediatric services such as tracheostomy care, ventilator management, and tube feedings.
• Conducts in-home client visits such as start-of-care assessments, reassessments visits. Performs supervisory visits for home health aides and licensed practical nurses.
• CVC Line Management: Maintain, assess, and flush Central Venous Catheters (CVC), PICC lines, and implanted ports according to evidence-based protocols; perform sterile dressing changes and line de-clotting as required.
• TPN Administration: Safely initiate, monitor, and discontinue Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) and lipids; carefully track patient tolerance, metabolic panels, and fluid balance.
• Advanced Wound Care: Assess, measure, and document acute and chronic wounds; implement ordered treatment plans including negative pressure wound therapy (wound vacs), sterile dressings, and debridement support.
• Phlebotomy & Lab Draws: Perform precise lab draws via central lines or peripheral venipuncture; ensure proper labeling, processing, and timely transport of specimens.
• Patient Education: Educate patients and their designated caregivers on home infusion safety, CVC care, and signs of infection or complications.
• Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients and coworkers.
• Performs job in compliance with Agency policies, procedures, and applicable payor and accreditation standards
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient education

Documentation

Education

RN degree / Registered Nurse licensure

Job description

Benefits:

• Flexible Scheduling
• 1:1 Care
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Schedule / Expected Work Hours:

• Will vary based on client assignment.

Job Summary

Performs skilled nursing functions in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and within the guidelines of professional standards and the Nurse Practice Act. All nursing services provided will be under the direction of medical practitioner (MD, DO, NP, PA, etc.) orders.

Reports To: Clinical Supervisor

Provides Supervision To: NA – No supervision responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Provides professional nursing care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
• Provides care in accordance with medical practitioner orders and the client’s care plan.
• Maintains orders for clients and documents all changes in orders in the medical record following Agency procedures.
• The scope of clinical practice includes personal care services, monitoring and reporting findings, medication administration, client teaching, IV infusion, emergency intervention, and specialized pediatric services such as tracheostomy care, ventilator management, and tube feedings.
• Conducts in-home client visits such as start-of-care assessments, reassessments visits. Performs supervisory visits for home health aides and licensed practical nurses.
• CVC Line Management: Maintain, assess, and flush Central Venous Catheters (CVC), PICC lines, and implanted ports according to evidence-based protocols; perform sterile dressing changes and line de-clotting as required.
• TPN Administration: Safely initiate, monitor, and discontinue Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) and lipids; carefully track patient tolerance, metabolic panels, and fluid balance.
• Advanced Wound Care: Assess, measure, and document acute and chronic wounds; implement ordered treatment plans including negative pressure wound therapy (wound vacs), sterile dressings, and debridement support.
• Phlebotomy & Lab Draws: Perform precise lab draws via central lines or peripheral venipuncture; ensure proper labeling, processing, and timely transport of specimens.
• Patient Education: Educate patients and their designated caregivers on home infusion safety, CVC care, and signs of infection or complications.
• Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients and coworkers.
• Performs job in compliance with Agency policies, procedures, and applicable payor and accreditation standards
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Current license to practice as an RN in the state of operation.
• Current CPR certification.
• Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Licensed driver with automobile insured in accordance with state and/or Agency requirements.

Company Overview

First Day Homecare® is a leading homecare provider with locations across the US specializing in pediatric Private Duty Nursing services and other home and community-based services. As the first and only franchise in the US to specialize in pediatric Private Duty Nursing, we are driven by our commitment to make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve. Our services vary from location to location but may include Personal Care Services, Private Duty Nursing, and ABA (Autism) Therapy. Join our team and be a part of a mission to bring specialized, family-centered care to children and others in need. With First Day Homecare®, today is the First Day of better days™.

Company Purpose/Mission

First Day Homecare® strives to improve the lives of its clients by providing comprehensive care, oversight, and collaboration to children and adults who are either aging in place, medically complex, or living with chronic conditions.

Company Values

• Standards of Care: Our policies and procedures will follow industry standards and evidence-based practice, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our clients.
• Collaboration: We will work closely with family members, physicians, other healthcare providers, or anybody else in the client-defined circle of care.
• Over-communication: We will do our best to ensure our clients have all the information they need when they need it.
• People First: We will prioritize people over profits, ensuring that their well-being, growth, and satisfaction are at the heart of every decision we make.
• Transparency: We strive to be open and honest in all interactions, especially in times when our service has fallen short.