Licensed Practical Nurse - Saturday's Only

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care to medically fragile and technologically dependent children under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and Director of Nursing (DON). The LPN assists with medical and developmental care, maintains accurate documentation, and supports family-centered care in compliance with Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) regulations and PPEC standards.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Direct Patient Care

• Provide safe, compassionate, and developmentally appropriate care to children with complex medical needs.
• Monitor and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, following physician orders and under RN supervision.
• Perform skilled nursing procedures such as tracheostomy care, suctioning, gastrostomy tube feeding, oxygen therapy, and seizure management (with appropriate training and delegation).
• Assist children with daily living activities, including feeding, toileting, bathing, hygiene, and mobility.

Clinical Support & Monitoring

• Observe and promptly report any changes in a child’s condition to the supervising RN or DON.
• Maintain awareness of infection control standards and implement universal precautions.
• Participate in emergency responses (e.g., CPR, first aid, seizure protocols).
• Support therapy integration by assisting with physical, occupational, and speech therapy activities as directed.

Documentation & Communication

• Accurately chart nursing care provided, treatments administered, and child responses in medical records.
• Maintain documentation that meets AHCA, HIPAA, and facility standards.
• Communicate effectively with RNs, physicians, therapists, and family members.
• Support family training by reinforcing caregiver education provided by RNs and therapists.

Collaboration & Teamwork

• Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary staff (RNs, therapists, teachers, aides, and administrative staff).
• Participate in staff meetings, in-services, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist in mentoring new staff and sharing knowledge of pediatric care practices.

Regulatory & Safety Compliance

• Adhere to facility policies, procedures, and PPEC regulations.
• Follow infection control, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Report accidents, incidents, or hazards immediately per policy.
• Ensure equipment (feeding pumps, suction machines, monitors) is clean, safe, and functioning.

Qualifications / Skills

• Education & Licensure: Current Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.
• Experience: Pediatric, NICU, PICU, home health, or PPEC experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with medically fragile children, ventilators, tracheostomy care, gastrostomy tubes, and seizure management preferred.
• Skills:
• Strong clinical assessment and observation skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork
• Compassion, patience, and ability to work with children and families
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and physician/RN orders
• Good documentation and organizational skills

Work Environment

• Direct care setting with close contact with children, families, and staff.
• May require lifting, bending, and assisting with mobility devices.
• Exposure to infectious diseases is possible; PPE and infection control standards are mandatory.
• Requires attentiveness to both medical and developmental needs of children.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person