In-Home Respite RNLPN (PRN)

The role of aSpecialized Respite Nurseis to offer one-on-one time between a child and licensed nurse within the familys home or community. Respite care is designed to give families a break from the day-to-day care involved in raising a child with special healthcare needs. ChildServesrespite service allows parents to attend events for their other children schedule appointments for themselves or simply take time to recharge.

Schedule

1:1 Respite: Primarily afternoons evenings and weekends. Can be regularly scheduled or as needed.

Group: Available F-Sun typically 1012-hour shifts. High need on Saturday 12-hour shifts.

What Youll Do

• Provide one-on-one nursing support in the home or community.
• Interact with the child and participate in fun activities.
• Complete electronic documentation and paper MARS.
• Possible skills used:medication administration g-tube nutrition seizure management trach cares etc.

What Youll Need

• Graduate of accredited nursing program.
• Current valid RN/LPN license in Iowa.
• Must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Red Cross or American Heart Association within 90 days and before working independently.
• Valid drivers license/insurance for three consecutive years without suspension.
• Experience working with children with special health care needs preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs be mobile within the assigned work area and frequently bend lift reach and stand.
• Ability to communicate effectively in (or through) reading writing and speaking the English language.

Make a Difference Every Day at ChildServe

• ChildServe partners with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life.
• ChildServe is a leading pediatric healthcare provider with Iowas only childrens specialty hospital offering a variety of services and programs to meet each childs unique needs.
• ChildServes four key specialty areas include: complex medical care pediatric rehabilitation autism and behavioral health and community-based services. With a coordinated approach to care delivery services are interwoven and streamlined so families can address their childs needs in one location.
• Established in 1928 ChildServe proudly provides more than 30 pediatric specialty services to nearly 6000 children in Iowa each year.

ChildServe is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process please email emailprotected. ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.