New Grad Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/ Registered Nurse (RN)
Care Options For Kids
State College, PA
RN/LPN
Sign-on bonusPosted Jun 16 · New grads welcomed
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Permanent
- On the floor
- Precepting expected · On call
- Setting
- Home Health
- Accepts
- RN/LPN
- Experience
- New graduates
- Patients
- In this role, you'll support pediatric patients with skilled nursing needs while working closely with a registered nurse and clinical leadership.
More role details
- Scheduling
- Self-scheduling offered
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
- Below most PA staff postings
- Sign-on bonus
- $1,000
PA staff postings that state pay run $23/hr to $54/hr, the middle half $33/hr to $47/hr, across 451 postings.
About this role
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Pediatric Home Health
Sign-On Bonus Opportunity!
Eligible candidates may qualify for a $1000sign-on bonus as part of their total compensation package. Bonus eligibility and payout structure will be discussed early in the interview process.
A Nursing Role Built for Focused, One-on-One Care in Pennsylvania
Read the full posting
At Care Options for Kids, pediatric home health nursing is intentionally different. Instead of juggling multiple patients and constant interruptions, you provide one-on-one care in the home, allowing you to focus fully on your patient and deliver care with confidence and consistency.
In this role, you'll support pediatric patients with skilled nursing needs while working closely with a registered nurse and clinical leadership. LPNs who thrive here value meaningful patient relationships, clear direction, and the reassurance of knowing support is always available when needed.
If you're an LPN looking for a role that offers stability, support, and the ability to make a real difference in a child's life, this position was designed with you in mind.
Care Options for Kids Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and flexible schedule
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Weekly pay and direct deposit
- 24/7 On-Call for support
- CEU credits
- Training opportunities
- Preceptor Program
- Nurse Referral Bonus
Support That Keeps You Safe and Confident
Easy-to-use Employee Portal that puts you in control, request shifts that fit your schedule and preferences, earn Care Bucks rewards, and stay connected to the COFK community. 24/7 on-call clinical support whenever guidance is needed Clear plans of care with RN oversight PPE provided in every home, including masks, gloves, and hand sanitizer Care delivered in alignment with CDC safety guidelines A clinical team focused on nurse safety and success
Requirements
- Valid Pennsylvania LPN License or Multistate License
- TB Skin Test (PPD) or TB Blood Test (QF)
- Valid BLS CPR card (obtained in person not online)
- Valid driver's license
- G-tube, trach, vent experience or willing to train
Care Options for Kids is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
*Restrictions Apply. Connect with Talent Acquisition Specialist for details on Sign On Bonus eligibility and payout schedule.
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Requirements
- Valid Pennsylvania LPN License or Multistate License
- TB Skin Test (PPD) or TB Blood Test (QF)
- Valid BLS CPR card (obtained in person not online)
- Valid driver's license
- G-tube, trach, vent experience or willing to train
- Care Options for Kids is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
- *Restrictions Apply. Connect with Talent Acquisition Specialist for details on Sign On Bonus eligibility and payout schedule.
- #RDNUSC
Place
- City
- State College, PA
- Median rent
- $1,273/mo
- Local household income
- $45,424/yr
- Metro price level
- 3% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
State College area index 96.8, where 100 is the national average.
Nestled in central Pennsylvania's ridge-and-valley country, State College is a classic college town anchored by Penn State University. Game-day energy, leafy streets, and proximity to Rothrock State Forest give outdoorsy RNs a tight-knit academic-community feel with easy weekend escapes.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.
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