RN/LPN - Pediatric Private Duty Nurse - Flexible 12 Hour Shift

First Day Homecare • East Windsor, NJ

14d • Onsite

About The Position

First Day Homecare – New Jersey is seeking compassionate and dependable Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to provide one-on-one private duty nursing care for an infant client in East Windsor, New Jersey. The nurse provides skilled nursing care in accordance with applicable laws, professional standards, the Nurse Practice Act, medical practitioner orders, and the client’s individualized plan of care. The position reports to the Clinical Supervisor and has no supervisory responsibilities.

Up to 12 hours of nursing coverage may be available each day. Full-time, part-time, and per diem schedules may be available; shift length and schedule depend on client needs and nurse availability. Care is provided in the client’s home and may involve specialized pediatric or complex-care needs, as applicable to the assignment.

First Day Homecare is a homecare provider specializing in pediatric Private Duty Nursing and other home and community-based services. Its stated purpose is to improve clients’ lives through comprehensive care, oversight, and collaboration for people who are medically complex, living with chronic conditions, or aging in place. The company emphasizes standards of care, collaboration, over-communication, people first, and transparency. This franchise is independently owned and operated; applications and hiring decisions are handled by the franchisee.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Current New Jersey RN or LPN license.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and documentation skills.
• Reliable transportation.
• Compassionate and dependable, and comfortable providing one-on-one care in a home setting.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric, infant, NICU, PICU, or private duty nursing experience is preferred.
• Experience caring for medically complex infants is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized one-on-one nursing care to an infant client.
• Follow physician orders and the individualized plan of care.
• Perform ongoing assessments and monitor for changes in the infant’s condition.
• Administer medications, treatments, and feedings as ordered.
• Provide specialized pediatric nursing care based on client needs, training, and applicable scope of practice.
• Provide applicable complex-care services, which may include tube feedings, respiratory support, tracheostomy care, or ventilator management.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Educate and support the family regarding the client’s care plan.
• Promptly communicate changes in condition to the Clinical Supervisor and appropriate care-team members.
• Collaborate with family members, physicians, and other healthcare providers to support safe, high-quality care.
• Promote a safe environment for the client and family.
• Perform duties in compliance with Agency policies and procedures and applicable payer and accreditation standards.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling.
• One-on-one care environment.
• Paid sick time.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Bonus potential.
• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Signing bonus.
• Training and development.
• Paid required training and orientation.
• Clinical Supervisor support.
• Employee referral bonus opportunities may be available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed