Job Description

Private Duty Pediatric Nurse (RN or LVN) – Home Health

Job Type: Part-Time
Schedule: Night Shift 6:30 PM–4:30 AM |Up to 30 hours per week
Location: West Houston / Energy Corridor

Private Duty Pediatric Nurse – RN/LVN

MedCare Pediatric Group is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide one-on-one pediatric private duty nursing care in a home health setting.

This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate Pediatric RN, Pediatric LVN, Home Health Nurse, Private Duty Nurse, or Private Duty RN/LVN seeking a consistent night shift schedule and meaningful one-on-one patient care.

The selected nurse will provide skilled nursing care to a pediatric patient with complex medical needs in the West Houston / Energy Corridor area.

Schedule

• Night Shift: 6:30 PM–4:30 AM
• Up to 30 hours per week
• Part-time opportunity
• Consistent schedule
• Home health / private duty nursing setting

Private Duty Nursing Responsibilities

• Provide skilled one-on-one nursing care in the patient’s home.
• Monitor and assess seizure activity and neurological status.
• Implement seizure precautions and patient safety measures.
• Administer prescribed medications, including rescue medications, as ordered.
• Monitor medication effectiveness, side effects, and adverse reactions.
• Observe, assess, and document changes in the patient’s condition.
• Assist with bowel management and scheduled or PRN interventions.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Provide caregiver education and support.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Respond appropriately to changes in the patient's condition and seizure activity.

RN/LVN Qualifications

• Current Texas RN or LVN license in good standing.
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver's license.
• Current auto liability insurance.
• Minimum of 6 months of pediatric nursing experience in a home health setting is required.
• Experience with pediatric private duty nursing preferred.
• Experience caring for patients with seizure disorders or neurological conditions preferred.
• Knowledge or experience with VNS therapy is a plus.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to work independently in a home health setting.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an experienced Pediatric Home Health RN or LVN who is:

• Compassionate and patient-centered.
• Dependable and attentive to detail.
• Comfortable providing one-on-one care for medically complex pediatric patients.
• Confident in seizure management and emergency response.
• Comfortable working independently in a home health environment.
• Passionate about improving the quality of life of pediatric patients and their families.

Why Join MedCare Pediatric Group?

• One-on-one private duty pediatric nursing.
• Consistent night shift schedule.
• Competitive pay of $25–$36 per hour
• Meaningful and rewarding patient care.
• Supportive clinical team.
• Opportunity to build a lasting relationship with the patient and family.
• Make a direct difference in the life of a medically complex pediatric patient.

Apply today if you are an experienced Pediatric RN or LVN with home health experience and a passion for providing compassionate, high-quality private duty nursing care.