What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse position at Light Within Home Health?
Pay: $40.00 - $48.00 per hour
Job description:
Private Duty Nurse (RN)
Location: BELLEVUE, KENT, WA
Schedule: Monday to Sunday. 10-12 hours DAY/NIGHT shift
Agency: Light Within Home Health
About Us
Light Within Home Health is a fast-growing healthcare provider dedicated to delivering personalized and compassionate nursing care to individuals in the comfort of their homes. We specialize in private duty nursing, ensuring that our clients receive high-quality, individualized care that promotes independence, dignity, and overall well-being.
Position Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Private Duty Registered Nurse (RN) to provide one-on-one skilled nursing care to a client located in the BELLEVUE,KENT, WA. The nurse will deliver direct patient care, monitor health status, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to achieve the best outcomes.
Experienced RNs are preferred, but training and orientation will be provided for those new to private duty or home health nursing.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide individualized, one-on-one private duty nursing care to pediatric patients in their homes.
- Conduct patient assessments, monitor changes in condition, and contribute to individualized plans of care.
- Provide tracheostomy care, ventilator monitoring, tracheal suctioning, airway management, and respiratory treatments as ordered.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments, including enteral feedings through G-tubes and GJ-tubes.
- Perform skilled nursing procedures, including wound care, catheter management, and other specialized interventions within the nurse's scope of practice.
- Monitor and document vital signs, symptoms, respiratory status, nursing interventions, and patient responses.
- Recognize and respond promptly to medical emergencies, including respiratory distress, seizures, and other acute changes in condition.
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Educate patients and families on disease management, medication administration, medical equipment, and preventive care.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with agency policies and regulatory requirements.
- Provide compassionate, patient-centered care that promotes safety, comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
- Follow infection prevention protocols, physician orders, and applicable nursing standards.
- Perform additional nursing duties as assigned, consistent with professional licensure, competency, and scope of practice.
Qualifications
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing with the State of Washington.
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Previous clinical experience preferred; training provided for new private duty or home health nurses.
- English language proficiency strongly preferred.
- Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Compassionate, reliable, and patient-centered approach to care.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
What We Offer
- Monday to Sunday. 10-12 hours NIGHT/DAY shift
- Flexible scheduling options
- Continuing education and training opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and three professional references to light.within.home@gmail.com
Light Within Home Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Pay: $40.00 - $48.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40 - $48