Overview:

At Iowa Home Care, we believe care begins with people who genuinely care. As a Private Duty Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN) , you'll make a meaningful difference every day by providing one-on-one skilled nursing care to a medically complex child in the comfort and security of her home. Imagine going to work where you're not rushing from room to room, juggling multiple patients, or buried in hospital chaos. Instead, you'll focus on one incredible little girl, helping her grow, learn, and safely remain with the family who loves her. This is more than a nursing job—it's an opportunity to build meaningful relationships, provide exceptional care, and make a lasting impact on a child's future.

About Your Patient:

Our patient is a resilient one-year-old who was born prematurely and has overcome incredible challenges. She recently transitioned home from the pediatric intensive care unit and is thriving with the support of her loving family and skilled nursing team. She requires a compassionate, detail-oriented nurse who is comfortable caring for children with advanced medical needs, including ventilator support, tracheostomy care, respiratory treatments, and tube feedings.

Why Nurses Love Private Duty Nursing:

One patient at a time Build meaningful relationships with your patient and family No hospital ratios Flexible scheduling Excellent work-life balance Opportunity to make a lifelong impact on a child's future Consistent patient assignment and continuity of care

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Respiratory & Ventilator Management Ventilator monitoring and management Tracheostomy care and suctioning Continuous pulse oximetry monitoring Oxygen therapy management Nebulizer treatments Chest physiotherapy Early recognition and intervention for respiratory distress Skilled Nursing Care Perform comprehensive respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, gastrointestinal, and integumentary assessments Medication administration and management Feeding tube management and care G-Tube Aspiration precautions and monitoring Pain assessment and management Ongoing monitoring and documentation of patient condition Prompt communication of changes in condition to the physician and care team Daily Care & Developmental Support Bathing, hygiene, and diaper changes Oral care and skin integrity monitoring Passive range of motion exercises Developmentally appropriate play and interaction Comfort measures and emotional support Encouraging growth, learning, and developmental milestones Family Education & Support Reinforce caregiver education and training Provide ongoing support and encouragement to family members Communicate changes in patient condition Promote a safe and supportive home environment Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure optimal outcomes Why Iowa Home Care? At Iowa Home Care, our nurses are empowered to focus on what matters most—providing exceptional care and building meaningful relationships. You'll have the time, support, and resources needed to deliver the highest level of care while helping a child remain safely at home with her family. If you're looking for a rewarding nursing position where you can truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Qualifications:

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Iowa Pediatric nursing experience preferred Critical care, PICU, NICU, ventilator, or tracheostomy experience preferred Strong assessment and critical thinking skills Excellent communication and documentation abilities Current CPR certification (PALS preferred) Ability to work independently while providing compassionate, family-centered car