What are the responsibilities and job description for the PEDIATRIC NURSE position at First Care Home Services?
JOB DESCRIPTION
PEDIATRIC NURSE
REPORTS TO:
Director of Nursing
JOB SUMMARY:
Professional member of home health team who provides skilled nursing visits in patient’s home under the direction of plan of treatment established with physician and input from patient/care giver.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assessing a child’s needs and providing initial care
- Identifying changes in pediatrics signs and symptoms and intervening in emergency situations
- Participating in pain management for pediatric patients
- Record patient’s medical history, symptoms, and vital signs
- Advises patients and their parents on medication instructions and at-home care.
- Provides high-quality pediatric patient care and is careful and attentive.
- Dealing with the anxieties and demands of parents, and helping families to deal with their child's illness or injury.
- Remaining up to date on the latest developments, rules and regulations, drug therapies, equipment, and treatment procedures
- Administer medication as prescribed by physician
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be a graduate of an approved school of
2. Currently licensed in the State of Florida as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse in home care for 2 years with one-year supervisory experience
- Good communication skills.
- Emotional and mental strength, dedication, and self-motivation.
- Empathy and the ability to relate to children