Registered Nurse (Rn)

Job summary
Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN)Full time, part time, and per diem home health assignments throughout Des MoinesExperience a work culture where nurses are valued, management backs you and you're empowered to be a patient's advocate
Job seniority: mid-to-senior level
Responsibilities
• Provide home-based care to pediatric patients with illnesses, injuries and chronic diseases—often after discharge from a hospital, rehab or nursing facility• Work with a team of physicians and oversee LPNs, CNAs and aides providing patient care• Examine patients, do assessments, document progress and report changes to their physician• Educate patients on their plan of care, prescribed medication, therapy, diet and exercise• Coach family members on the patient's plan of care, medication and home safety• Ensure goals are met and coordinate discharge from services
Requirements
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program and active RN license in IA• CPR certification• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations• Clinical proficiency in a nursing specialty, strong communication skills and compassion
Benefits
• $31 to $36 per hour• 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes• Flexible assignments, autonomy, and work-life balance• PTO (120 hours per year, plus 80 hours of sick pay) and Holiday Pay• Health, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)