PRN Pediatric Home Health Nurse

PRN Pediatric Home Health Nurse - Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Summary/Objective

The primary function is to administer skilled nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse to pediatric patients/clients, in their places of residence; and coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, patient/client, their family, and referring agency. Pay Range: $25.00-$38.00 (depending on license)

• Essential Functions
• Under the direction of the RN, assists in identifying the patient’s/client’s physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation.
• Participates in planning and implementing care in conjunction with the RN, in accordance with the POC.
• Provides care using infection control measures that protect both staff and patient/client.
• Assures the continuity of care through delivery of quality patient/client care.
• Provides effective communication to the patient/client, their family, team members, and other health care professionals as evidenced by clinical notes, case conferences, communication notes, and evaluations. Completes appropriate documentation in a timely manner
• Monitors assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of payor.
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth and competency.
• Promotes the Agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.

• Preferred/Required Education and Experience
• Graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing
• Current Texas license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or a multi-state license issued by a state member of the National Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)
• Current driver’s license
• One year experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in a clinical care pediatric setting strongly preferred.
• Home health experience preferred.

Supervisory Responsibility

No

Work Environment

Works in patients’/clients’ homes in various conditions; possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases; must have ability to work a flexible schedule and to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather