What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Nurse RN / LPN - Homecare. Night Shift position at Gencare Resources?
LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED RNs or LPNs with Pediatric Private Duty Nursing Experience!Location: St Cloud, FL US 34741About The RoleThis is for Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday Nights, designed to accommodate the unique needs of patients and their families.Job DescriptionUnder the Director of Nursing's guidance, the RN or LPN staff nurse promotes and restores patients' health by completing the nursing process; collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members, providing physical and psychological support to patients, friends, and families; and supervising assigned team members.RESPONSIBILITIESAssists in carrying out rehabilitation programming and activities for patients such as the development of social skills, development of daily living skillsProvides personal care services to patients including oral hygiene, bathing and hair care as needed, nail care, diapering, and dressingProvides bed care to patients, repositioning, ambulating, and assisting with elimination needs. Moving to and from wheelchairs, etc.Administers medications to patients orally, intra-, or via feeding tube subcutaneouslyMonitors effects of medications records medication is given and patients' reactionsObserve and monitor the movement and activities of patients in their homeAssists/reviews MAR monthly and as needed to ensure accuracyApplicants must be able to travel.TREATMENTS AND PROCEDURESTo ensure that patients are receiving the best quality of care, experience with the following conditions is REQUIRED:Experience in a pediatric care setting, preferably with medically complex patientsValid RN as issued by the Florida Board of NursingCPR and First Aid certifications requiredMust be able to pass a Level II background checkMust be able to regularly lift and carry at least 50 lbs. safelyExceptional written and verbal communication skillsExceptional time management and attention to detailPrompt documentation and reporting skillsKnowledge of Registered nursing techniques and methodsKnowledge of medications and treatments used in patient careTo ensure that patients are receiving the best quality of care, experience with the following conditions is REQUIRED:Tube feedingTracheostomyWound careNeurological disorders (seizures are common in our patients)Oxygen dependenceIV therapyExperience With the Following Conditions Is Highly DesiredPremature birth, post-discharge careChronic lung disease careFeeding - suck/swallowInsulin-dependent diabetes?Failure to thrive - poor weight gainImmune deficienciesRenal failureSpina BifidaPre/post organ transplant careGenetic disordersRare disordersPostsurgical long/short-term careColostomy/ileostomy careCompany DescriptionEstablished as the premier home healthcare organization in Florida, GenCare Resources remains true to the original principles they had when they formed this unique home healthcare concierge model. Their mission is to offer first-class home healthcare solutions to individuals of all ages and diverse needs. The highly trained team of Health Concierges pride themselves on providing first-class quality care to families seeking customized, home healthcare solutions for their loved ones.Visit our website and Social Media Pages on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram, for open opportunities, in Orange, Osceola, Polk, Seminole and Brevard Counties!
Salary : $26 - $35