Pediatric Home Health Nurse
About The Position
Sentido Health is hiring Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) to provide one-on-one pediatric home health care across Texas. The primary function is to administer skilled nursing care to pediatric patients in their residences under the supervision of a registered nurse, while coordinating care with the interdisciplinary team, the patient and family, and the referring agency. The nurse assists with identifying patients’ physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs; participates in care planning and implementation under the RN and in accordance with the plan of care; and provides care using infection-control measures. The role supports continuity and quality of care, communicates effectively with patients, families, team members, and other healthcare professionals, and completes required documentation in a timely manner. It also involves monitoring assigned cases for payer compliance and supporting the agency’s philosophy and policies.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing.
- Current Texas Licensed Vocational Nurse license or a multistate license issued by a state member of the National Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
- Current driver’s license.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally.
- Ability to recognize individuals’ needs and concerns.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in English.
- Professional telephone and email etiquette.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, self-directed environment.
- Detail orientation and excellent time-management skills.
- Decision-making, problem-resolution, and creative-thinking skills.
- Ability to multitask while providing customer service, support, and responsiveness.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move patients.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in a clinical pediatric care setting is strongly preferred.
- Home health experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist under the RN’s direction in identifying patients’ physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs and document findings.
- Participate in planning and implementing care with the RN in accordance with the plan of care.
- Provide care using infection-control measures that protect staff and patients.
- Maintain continuity of care through quality patient care.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, team members, and other healthcare professionals, including through clinical notes, case conferences, communication notes, and evaluations.
- Complete appropriate documentation in a timely manner.
- Monitor assigned cases to ensure compliance with payer requirements.
- Demonstrate commitment, professional growth, and competency.
- Promote the agency’s philosophy and administrative policies to support quality care.
- Demonstrate and educate patient family members on necessary equipment.
Benefits
- Quarterly loyalty bonus of $250 every three months.
- Weekly pay every Friday.
- Paid time off: 80 hours for 0–2 years, 120 hours for 3–4 years, and 160 hours for 5 or more years.
- 401(k) match plan: up to a 4% full match and 6% half-match.
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance through Cigna.
- Supportive, close-knit team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
