RN/LPN Pediatric Homecare (All Shifts)

ChildServe; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

ChildServe in Johnston, Iowa is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Homecare Nurse. In this role, you will provide focused, personalized care to children, building meaningful relationships and serving as the sole provider of nursing services. You’ll need a valid RN or LPN license in Iowa, and active BLS certification. The position offers flexible scheduling options, with shifts typically ranging from 5 to 12 hours. ChildServe is committed to supporting applicants with disabilities, ensuring a respectful and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Current valid license as a RN or LPN in Iowa.
• Active BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs and be mobile within the clinic areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide full range of nursing services as per care plan.
• Communicate effectively with client care team.
• Provide training to clients and families as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Patient care

Client training

Education

Current valid license as a RN or LPN in Iowa

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Are you looking to make a real difference in a child’s life? As a Pediatric Homecare Nurse, you’ll have the opportunity to build meaningful, one‑on‑one relationships with your clients while helping them grow and thrive right at home. Enjoy the reward of providing focused, personalized care without the rush of managing multiple patients at once.

You’ll never be sent to a home unprepared. All staff receive in‑home, client‑specific training with another nurse before working independently in the client’s home. Clinical support from experienced nurses is also available during all operating hours.

Hours & Scheduling

• Full‑Time (FT)
• Part‑Time (PT)
• PRN (As Needed)

Shift Lengths

Shifts vary based on family needs and physician orders and typically range from 5 to 12 hours. Some homes require up to 16 hours of coverage per day, which is split between a day nurse and an evening nurse.

Example Shifts Include

• 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Service Area

We serve families within a 35‑mile radius of our Johnston campus, including: Des Moines metro, Ankeny, West Des Moines, Indianola, Pleasant Hill, and Elkhart.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Serve as the sole provider of a full range of nursing services as defined within the nursing scope of practice, physician’s orders, and the client specific care plan.
• Communicate effectively, respectfully, and professionally with all members of the client care team to assure assigned child’s care needs are assessed, communicated, and met.
• Provide training to clients, families, and staff as needed to help advance the skills and knowledge of all people associated with a child’s care delivery.

What You’ll Need

• Current valid license as a RN or LPN in Iowa.
• Active BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, be mobile within the clinic areas, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.
• Ability to communicate effectively in (or through) reading, writing and speaking the English language.

ChildServe is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process, please email [e-mail]. ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.