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Pediatric Home Health Nurse RN - Competitive Pay & Benefits

KidsCare Home Health, Austin, TX, United States


Overview
KidsCare Home Health is urgently hiring nurses in the Austin area. We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide one-on-one pediatric care in a home setting. As a Private Duty Home Health Nurse, you’ll deliver high-quality, personalized care to children in the comfort of their homes. You’ll work alongside experienced healthcare professionals in a collaborative, supportive environment where your voice is valued and your skills are appreciated.

Locations

Austin - 78744, 78739 & 78723

Bastrop - 78602

Buda - 78610

Georgetown - 78626

Kyle - 78640

Manchaca - 78652

Manor - 78653

Pflugerville - 78660

Why Join KidsCare Home Health?

Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle

Sign-on bonuses available

Comprehensive benefits package

Meaningful one-on-one patient care

Supportive team environment with a mission that truly matters

Contact
Reach out to us directly for more information.

Phone: 945-276-0776

Email: mroyston@kidscarehh.com

Responsibilities
Our Registered Nurses (RNs) are responsible for the delivery and supervision of patient care through the nursing processes of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

Provide direct patient care to infants, children, and adolescents primarily in their home according to the active plan of care, as given by the physician and other appropriate personnel.

Provide services in accordance with a physician’s orders and in adherence to state, federal, and national accreditation regulations; under the direction and supervision of clinical supervision staff and agency administrator.

Perform comprehensive patient assessments.

Administer prescribed medications, treatments, and therapies as ordered by the physician.

Document timely, clear, concise, and accurate clinical notes in accordance with the plan of care.

Notify the RN Case Manager of any changes in the patient’s condition.

Provide and document education to patients and their families on specific details of diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

Collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure that patients are receiving quality care to achieve and exceed individual goals.

Use appropriate infection control procedures and safety measures.

Comply with all company policies, practices, and procedures.

Other duties as assigned.

Education and Work Experience Requirements

Current State Registered Nursing License or compact license where applicable.

One (1) Year Home Health Experience.

One (1) Year Pediatric Experience.

Current CPR Certification.

Reliable Transportation.

Other Qualifications and Skills

Must have reliable transportation to office and patients' homes.

Physical Demands / Working Environment

Position regularly requires bending, reaching, standing, stooping, sitting, twisting, talking, and hearing.

Push and pull 50 pounds (position patient, move equipment, etc.).

Support 50 pounds of weight (ambulate patient).

Lift 50 pounds (pick up a child, transfer a patient, etc.) as well as assist with weights of more than 100 pounds.

Carry equipment and supplies.

See information up to 24 inches away (monitors, computer screens, etc.).

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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