Licensed Practical Nurse (Pediatric)

Licensed Practical Nurse (Pediatric) at Care Options for Kids summary:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (Pediatric) provides specialized one-on-one home healthcare to pediatric patients, focusing on medical care such as medication administration, feeding tube nutrition, and respiratory support. This role requires an active LPN license, CPR certification, and experience or willingness to train in specific pediatric procedures. The position offers benefits including flexible scheduling, medical coverage, continuing education, and support within a family-centered care environment.

Case Info

Patient is a 2 year old male with a G-tube. His favorite food is pizza and he loves to play outside with his 3 older siblings. He loves to dance to music and play until he's ready for bed!

About the Role

At Care Options for Kids, a pediatric home health care company providing one-on-one care in the home, we do things a little differently. There's no revolving door of patients or hospital setting chaos — blinking call lights, scurrying doctors, and wards bursting at the seams. You work with self-sufficient autonomy, empowered to make a real difference in your clients' lives. We value your clinical knowledge and respect the deep one-on-one bond you establish with the families you care for.

Benefits for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and flexible schedule
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k)
• Weekly pay and direct deposit
• 24/7 on-call for support
• CEU credits
• Training opportunities
• Preceptor Program
• Nurse Referral Bonus
• Access to a simple, easy-to-use website that supports your everyday functions!
• Rack up Care Bucks for cash-value rewards. We believe in recognizing a job well done!
• Discounts on movie tickets, car rentals, hotels, theme parks, and more!

Responsibilities of Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)

• Medication administration per physician orders
• Physician ordered treatments for:
  • Nutrition via a feeding tube
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Suctioning — nasal, oral and/or endotracheal
  • Ventilation care
  • Seizure assessment and treatment

Requirements for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)

• Current, active Florida LPN license
• Current BLS CPR card (obtained in-person, not online)
• G-tube, trach, vent experience, or willing to train
• TB Skin Test (PPD) or TB Blood Test (QF)
• Alzheimer's training - 2 Hour DOEA Approved Course (provided at no cost if needed)
• 1- Hour DOEA Alzheimer's Video (provided free of cost on DOEA website)

About Care Options for Kids

Care Options for Kids is the leading provider of pediatric nursing services. Our mission is to provide high-quality pediatric services that help children and families live their best lives. Achieving that mission can only be accomplished with talented and caring nurses like you.

With locations in Colorado, Texas, Arizona, Nevada, Florida, Oregon, Washington, California, Wyoming, New Jersey, Delaware, and Pennsylvania, the Care Options for Kids Community offers a wide range of pediatric health services, including pediatric nursing and therapies, ABA therapy, nursing, Family Caregiver Services, and school-based services.

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Salary:

$58240.00 - $62400.00 / year

Keywords:

pediatric nursing, licensed practical nurse, home health care, medication administration, g-tube care, tracheostomy care, respiratory care, child healthcare, LPN pediatric care, home nursing