Medical Daycare LPN

Job Description

Job Description

Little Angels PPEC (Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care) is a medical day care center for special needs children. We are dedicated to providing high-quality nursing care and therapeutic support to children who require rehabilitative services. Our goal is to stabilize and improve each child's condition while supporting the family's needs. With compassion, we provide services that enhance health, independence, and overall well-being.

We're seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who is compassionate, detail-oriented, and dedicated to delivering the best possible care. The ideal candidate will be skilled in pediatric care, capable of working closely with families, and committed to following all safety and health guidelines. The goal is to provide exceptional nursing care and promote the patient's physical and emotional well-being.

Responsibilities

• Hold a current Florida LPN license and CPR certification.
• Provide nursing interventions and educational services to help parents or guardians gain confidence in caring for a child with special needs.
• Support families in coping with the effects of chronic illness on the child and family dynamics.
• Assist the Charge Nurse or Director of Nursing (DON) with assessments, medication administration, and child care.
• Record vitals, diaper changes, and feeding schedules accurately in the EMR system.
• Follow all emergency procedures within the facility.
• Train CNAs on new skills and assist with learning activities for children.
• Establish care plans that align with the physician's orders.
• Collaborate in identifying patient needs and reinforce family education for continued care at home.
• Assist with the center's educational schedules and developmental activities for children.
• Ride transport for trach or ventilator patients when necessary.
• Obtain vital signs when CNA or HHA is unavailable.
• Provide G-tube feeding and administer medications safely.
• Communicate effectively with staff, patients, and families.
• Use critical thinking to continuously improve patient care practices.

Requirements

Requirements

Benefits

Benefits