Pediatric Home Health Nurse
About The Position
Sentido Health is hiring Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) across Texas to provide one-on-one pediatric home health care. The primary function is to administer skilled nursing care to pediatric patients in their homes under the supervision of a registered nurse, and to coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, the patient and family, and the referring agency. This role works in patients’ homes under varying conditions and may involve exposure to blood, bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and unpleasant weather. Local travel is required, and hours and shifts may vary according to patient needs and authorized hours.
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 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-oriented with excellent time-management skills.
- Decision-making, problem-resolution, and creative-thinking skills.
- Ability to multitask while providing customer service, support, and responsiveness.
- Honest, competitive, energetic, enthusiastic, professional, and systematic approach to work.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally.
- Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and move patients.
- Ability to work under stressful conditions, meet deadlines and patient needs, make quick decisions, acquire resources, and address individualized psychosocial needs of patients and families.
- Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience as an LVN in a clinical pediatric care setting is strongly preferred.
- Home health experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist under RN 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.
- Ensure continuity and quality of patient care.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, team members, and other healthcare professionals through clinical notes, case conferences, communication notes, and evaluations.
- Complete appropriate documentation in a timely manner.
- Monitor assigned cases for compliance with payor 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.
- Close-knit, supportive team environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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