Pediatric Home Care Nurse - RN

About the company

Interim HealthCare is a leading provider of home care and healthcare staffing services across America. As a family-owned, women-owned, and veteran-owned business, we are proud to have served the Sioux Falls community for over 35 years, Brookings for over 9 years, and Fargo for over 4 years under the same ownership. We are committed to hiring caring, compassionate, and dependable healthcare professionals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Through strong leadership and dedication to quality care, we strive to support both our healthcare professionals and the communities we serve.

What we offer

• Flexible employment options: PRN and part-time opportunities in Sioux Falls
• RN pay: $40.00 per hour, paid weekly
• Available shifts: set schedules, days and overnights, offering consistent, individualized care in the patient's home
• 24/7 on-call support from an Interim HealthCare team member
• Free continuing education courses
• Health insurance: available after one year of full-time employment, based on eligibility
• 401(k) retirement plan based on eligibility
• Supplemental Aflac insurance based on eligibility after 90 days of employment

About the patient

We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and experienced pediatric nurse to provide specialized in-home care for a 13-year-old boy living with Nemaline Myopathy, a condition that causes muscle weakness, and Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita, which affects joint flexibility and positioning. The patient is ventilator-dependent via a tracheotomy and receives all nutrition and medications through a GJ tube. He uses an eye-gaze communication device and a wheelchair for mobility. Due to severe osteoporosis and joint contractures, all care must be provided with an exceptionally gentle, attentive, and safety-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring ventilator function and pulse oximeter readings throughout the shift
• Performing tracheostomy suctioning as needed
• Providing routine tracheostomy care and cleaning
• Administering GJ tube feedings and medications as prescribed
• Operating cough assist equipment to help manage respiratory secretions
• Administering respiratory treatments, including nebulizers and inhalers
• Assisting with hygiene routines, including showering, as applicable to the assigned shift
• Providing repositioning and incontinence care as needed
• Monitoring the patient's condition and responding appropriately to changes
• Maintaining the patient's comfort, dignity, and safety throughout the shift
• Communicating respectfully and effectively using the patient's assistive communication technology

Qualifications

• At least one year of pediatric nursing experience
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in South Dakota
• Required experience with tracheostomy and ventilator care
• Familiarity with GJ tube feedings and medication administration
• Experience with pediatric respiratory care, including nebulizers and cough assist equipment
• Ability to provide gentle, attentive care to a patient with complex medical and physical needs
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with a non-speaking individual using assistive technology
• Current CPR certification required; on-site CPR certification is available for qualified candidates