BrightStar Care is seeking a compassionate and skilled Pediatric Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) PRN to provide high-quality, one-on-one nursing care to medically fragile children in the comfort of their homes. The Pediatric Home Health RN is responsible for implementing physician-ordered care plans, monitoring patient conditions, providing family education, and ensuring the highest standards of clinical excellence and patient safety.
This position offers flexibility while allowing nurses to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pediatric patients and their families.
Key Responsibilities
Direct Patient Care
Provide skilled nursing care to pediatric patients in the home setting.
Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and ongoing evaluations.
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
Monitor and document patient responses to interventions.
Recognize changes in patient condition and promptly notify appropriate healthcare providers.
Specialized Pediatric Care
Provide care for patients with:
- Tracheostomies
- Mechanical ventilators
- Gastrostomy tubes (G-tubes)
- Seizure disorders
- Oxygen therapy
- Other complex medical needs
Ensure all medical equipment is functioning properly and safely.
Care Coordination
Follow and implement individualized Plans of Care (POCs).
Communicate effectively with physicians, therapists, case managers, and caregivers.
Participate in care conferences and interdisciplinary team collaboration as needed.
Family Education & Support
Educate families and caregivers regarding:
- Disease processes
- Medication administration
- Equipment use
- Emergency procedures
- Foster a supportive, family-centered approach to care.
Documentation & Compliance
Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation.
Maintain compliance with agency policies, state regulations, and nursing standards.
Follow HIPAA and patient confidentiality requirements at all times.
Qualifications
Required
Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
Minimum 1 year of nursing experience.
Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
Preferred
Pediatric nursing experience.
Home health or private duty nursing experience.
Experience caring for medically complex pediatric patients.
Familiarity with EMR/EHR documentation systems.
Core Competencies
- Pediatric patient care
- Clinical assessment
- Family-centered care
- Communication and teamwork
- Time management
- Compassion and patience
- Documentation accuracy
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
Working Conditions
One-on-one patient care performed in the patient's home.
Flexible PRN scheduling, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays based on case availability.
Travel within assigned service area.
Pay
From $40.00 per hour
Benefits (Eligibility Based On Status)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road / Patient homes throughout the service area.
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