Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse / Registered Nurse

Patient Info

The patient is 24 years old, with a g-tube and trach. He is non-mobile/non-verbal and requires total assist for ADLs. Given his age and size, he requires a hoyer lift or a two person assist for transferring. The patient is seriously the coolest. He is a serious family man. He loves to be right in the middle of everything. He is a big comedian and loves his sitcoms and comedy movies. He's a big sports fan as well. Especially football! He lives at home with mom, dad, and 10 brothers and sisters. He also has multiple pets in the home (cats & dogs).

About the Role

At Care Options for Kids, a pediatric home health care company providing one-on-one care in the home, we do things a little differently. There's no revolving door of patients or hospital setting chaos blinking call lights, scurrying doctors, and wards bursting at the seams. You work with self-sufficient autonomy, empowered to make a real difference in your clients' lives. We value your clinical knowledge and respect the deep one-on-one bond you establish with the families you care for.

Benefits for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) / Registered Nurses (RNs)

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and flexible schedule
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k)
• Weekly pay and direct deposit
• 24/7 on-call for support
• CEU credits
• Training opportunities
• Preceptor Program
• Nurse Referral Bonus
• Access to a simple, easy-to-use website that supports your everyday functions!
• Rack up Care Bucksfor cash-value rewards. We believe in recognizing a job well done!
• Discounts on movie tickets, car rentals, hotels, theme parks, and more!

Responsibilities of Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) / Registered Nurses (RNs)

• Medication administration per physician orders
• Physician ordered treatments for:
  • Nutrition via a feeding tube
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Suctioningnasal, oral and/or endotracheal
  • Ventilation care
  • Seizure assessment and treatment

Requirements for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) / Registered Nurses (RNs)

• Current, active Florida RN or LPN license
• Current BLS CPR card (obtained in-person, not online)
• G-tube, trach, vent experience, or willing to train
• TB Skin Test (PPD) or TB Blood Test (QF)
• Alzheimer's training - 2 Hour DOEA Approved Course (provided at no cost if needed)
• 1- Hour DOEA Alzheimer's Video (provided free of cost on DOEA website)

About Care Options for Kids

Care Options for Kids is the leading provider of pediatric nursing services. Our mission is to provide high-quality pediatric services that help children and families live their best lives. Achieving that mission can only be accomplished with talented and caring nurses like you.

With locations in Colorado, Texas, Arizona, Nevada, Florida, Oregon, Washington, California, Wyoming, New Jersey, Delaware, and Pennsylvania, the Care Options for Kids Community offers a wide range of pediatric health services, including pediatric nursing and therapies, ABA therapy, nursing, Family Caregiver Services, and school-based services.

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