Pediatric Shift Nurse (LPN/RN) - School & Home-Based Care
West Des Moines, Iowa
Posted Aug 12
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What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Days
- Weekends
- Weekends required
- Term
- Per Diem
- Setting
- Home Health
- Accepts
- LPN
- Experience
- New graduates
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
The median for nursing in Iowa is $36/hr, across 121 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
Pediatric Shift Nurse (LPN/RN) – School & Home-Based Care
Overview
Are you a compassionate nurse looking for an opportunity to make a lasting difference in the life of a child and her family?
Iowa Home Care is seeking a dedicated LPN or RN to provide one-on-one nursing care for a sweet pediatric client in her home and school setting. This is more than a nursing job—it's an opportunity to become a trusted part of a child's support system and help her safely participate in the activities and experiences that every child deserves.
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You will accompany and assist this child during school hours, provide skilled nursing care throughout the day, and support her health, safety, and independence in both the home and community. The family is seeking dependable nursing coverage between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM, as well as weekend hours, making this an excellent opportunity for nurses looking for flexible scheduling and meaningful one-on-one care.
If you enjoy building relationships, creating consistency for families, and making a real impact every day, we'd love to meet you.
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Employee Assistance Program Excellent 401(k) with Employer Match Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Wellness Program and On-Site Gym Flexible Scheduling Ongoing Clinical Training and Support Supportive Leadership Team The opportunity to provide focused, one-on-one care without the stress of managing multiple patients
Responsibilities
Provide skilled nursing care according to physician orders and the individualized care plan. Accompany and support the client during school attendance as needed. Monitor the client's condition and respond appropriately to health needs throughout the day.
Administer medications, treatments, and nursing interventions as ordered. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care provided. Communicate effectively with family members, school personnel, physicians, and the Iowa Home Care clinical team.
Promote a safe, healthy, and supportive environment that allows the client to thrive at home and at school. Build a trusting, positive relationship with the client and family while serving as a consistent and dependable presence in her daily life. Advocate for the client's well-being, comfort, and quality of life.
Why Choose Iowa Home Care?
At Iowa Home Care, we know that the best care happens when nurses have the time to truly connect with the people they serve. This position offers the unique opportunity to work one-on-one with a child, become an important part of her daily routine, and develop a meaningful relationship with both the client and her family.
You'll be supported by an experienced clinical team while enjoying the rewarding experience of helping a child safely attend school, participate in everyday activities, and live life to the fullest. Every shift is an opportunity to make a difference—not just in a patient's life, but in the life of an entire family.
Qualifications
Current Iowa LPN or RN license in good standing. Current CPR certification. Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance. Pediatric experience preferred but not required. Strong communication and assessment skills. Compassionate, dependable, and committed to providing exceptional care.
Sourced from Iowa Home Care’s careers page.
Requirements
- Current Iowa LPN or RN license in good standing.
- Current CPR certification.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.
- Pediatric experience preferred but not required.
- Strong communication and assessment skills.
- Compassionate, dependable, and committed to providing exceptional care.
Benefits highlights
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- On-site gym
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Paid time off
Place
- City
- West Des Moines, Iowa
- Median rent
- $1,237/mo
- Local household income
- $86,594/yr
- Metro price level
- 8% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
West Des Moines area index 91.7, where 100 is the national average.
West Des Moines is a thriving suburb of Iowa's capital, blending residential calm with major retail and corporate hubs. The historic Valley Junction district offers small-town charm with local shops and community events, while Jordan Creek Town Center provides big-city shopping. Easy interstate access connects you to downtown Des Moines within minutes.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities.
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You would join Iowa Home Care, a private Medicare/Medicaid-certified home health agency headquartered in West Des Moines and founded in 2004. The agency is mid-sized—roughly 51–200 people—and serves clients across Des Moines, Marshalltown, Ottumwa, Fort Dodge, and surrounding communities from…
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Pediatrics is open from year one. Children's hospitals run their own new grad residencies.
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