Private Duty Nurse (PDN) - RN for Pediatric Clients
About The Position
Avid Health delivers exceptional personalized in-home care services by hiring compassionate people who believe in taking care of our clients, fellow employees, and the communities we service. We believe in Access, Value-Based Care, Innovation, and Dedication to Quality. The Private Duty Nurse (PDN) is a valued member of the client care team that provides meaningful nursing services to pediatric patients right here in our local community, opportunities to support them one-on-one both in the home and in the school setting. Long term stable client census exists, opportunities to be with the same patient to support their long-term growth and development. Work location: St. Joseph and Berrien Springs.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Registered Nurse who is licensed by the State of Michigan. Must have a current, unencumbered license as an RN.
- The license must be in good standing in the state of Michigan.
- Must maintain all state and federal compliance requirements for licensure and employment.
- Travel is required for business purposes.
- Employees must have a valid driver’s license issued by the state in which they work and a satisfactory driving record.
- Minimum of one year of home care experience.
- One additional year of nursing experience, preferably in a hospital.
- Experienced with G-Tube feeding
- Experienced with Trachs/Vents
- Experienced with cough assist treatment
- Experienced with seizure interventions
- Experienced with straight catheterization
- Ability to use computerized eMAR and documentation systems.
- Satisfactory verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure.
Responsibilities
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Evaluates and treats clients with appropriate level of skill according to client's needs under the supervision of an RN, Clinical Manager.
- Monitor patient vital signs and report any changes to the healthcare team.
- Provide nursing services both in the home and school environment.
- Verbal demonstrations of client rights and responsibilities
- Support case management by coordinating patient care plans and follow-up appointments.
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation in compliance with healthcare regulations through eMAR systems.
- Demonstrate proper use of equipment.
- Ensure HIPAA regulations are adhered to.
- All other duties assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, paid weekly (with access to daily pay through TapCheck)
- Flexible Schedule
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- Shift Differential
- Ongoing training and supervisor support.
- Employee referral bonus
- Performance based bonus
- 401k plan with company match
- Medical Insurance, with company contribution (for eligible Full-Time employees)
- Dental Insurance (for eligible Full-Time employees)
- Vision Insurance (for eligible Full-Time employees)
- Life and AD&D Insurance (for eligible Full-Time employees)
- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance (for eligible Full-Time employees)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
