Registered Nurse for Pediatric Patients

Description

Avid Health delivers exceptional personalized in-home care services by hiring compassionate people who believe in taking care of our clients, fellow employees, and the communities we service.

We believe in Access, Value-Based Care, Innovation, and Dedication to Quality.

The Private Duty Nurse (PDN) is a valued member of the client care team that provides meaningful nursing services to pediatric patients right here in our local community, opportunities to support them one-on-one both in the home and in the school setting. Long term stable client census exists, opportunities to be with the same patient to support their long-term growth and development.

Work Location: Openings in Kalamazoo, Mi and Hudsonville, MI

Pay: $40.00 - $42.00 per hour

Core Responsibilities:

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Evaluates and treats clients with appropriate level of skill according to client's needs under the supervision of an RN, Clinical Manager.
• Monitor patient vital signs and report any changes to the healthcare team.
• Provide nursing services both in the home and school environment.
• Verbal demonstrations of client rights and responsibilities
• Support case management by coordinating patient care plans and follow-up appointments.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation in compliance with healthcare regulations through eMAR systems.
• Demonstrate proper use of equipment.
• Ensure HIPAA regulations are adhered to.
• All other duties assigned.

Scheduling:

Flexible schedule, days, nights, weekends, PRN opportunities.

Variety of shift lengths available, from short single visits up to 12-hour shifts.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay, paid weekly (with access to daily pay through TapCheck)
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Shift Differential
• Ongoing training and supervisor support.
• Employee referral bonus
• Performance based bonus
• 401k plan with company match

Additional benefits for eligible Full-Time (30+ hours) employees:

• Medical Insurance, with company contribution
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Licensure / Certification: Registered Nurse who is licensed by the State of Michigan. Must have a current, unencumbered license as an RN. The license must be in good standing in the state of Michigan. Must maintain all state and federal compliance requirements for licensure and employment.
• Travel: Travel is required for business purposes. Employees must have a valid driver’s license issued by the state in which they work and a satisfactory driving record.
• Work Experience: Minimum of one year of home care experience. One additional year of nursing experience, preferably in a hospital.
• Skills and Additional Requirements:
• Experienced with G-Tube feeding
• Experienced with Trachs/Vents
• Experienced with cough assist treatment
• Experienced with seizure interventions
• Experienced with straight catheterization
• Ability to use computerized eMAR and documentation systems.
• Satisfactory verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.