Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Pediatric Home Health (Weekend)
Job Description
Job Description
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Pediatric Home Health (Weekend Contractor, Per Visit Basis)
Location: Miami-Dade County & Broward County
Pay: $26.00 – $28.00 per hour
Expected Hours: 16–24+ per week (Weekend Availability Required)
Why Join Home Heart Florida?
At Home Heart Florida, we believe every medically fragile child deserves to thrive—at home, surrounded by care and love. We are revolutionizing pediatric home health by combining compassionate nursing with cutting-edge innovation and family empowerment.
Why our LPNs love working with us:
- Referral Bonuses – Help us grow and get rewarded
- Flexible Weekend Scheduling – Shifts tailored to your life
- Opportunities to Grow – Enhance your skills and leadership potential
- ⚡ Supportive, Energized Culture – We move with purpose and lead with heart
Become part of a community that values your work, your voice, and your impact.
Position Overview
We are seeking dedicated, compassionate Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) with pediatric experience to join our weekend care team. In this role, you will deliver high-quality in-home care to children with complex medical needs across Miami-Dade and/or Broward Counties. As a weekend contractor, you’ll provide essential clinical support while collaborating closely with supervising RNs and families to ensure continuity of care.
This is a rewarding opportunity for nurses who are confident in their clinical skills, thrive in family-centered environments, and want to make a difference during weekends when care continuity is most critical.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct, in-home nursing care to pediatric patients, including medication administration, feeding tube management, and respiratory support (within LPN scope under RN supervision).
- Collaborate with families and caregivers to educate them on treatment plans and ensure they feel confident providing daily care.
- Observe and report patient progress, condition changes, or family concerns to the supervising RN to support timely updates to individualized care plans.
- Maintain accurate and thorough patient records, ensuring compliance with home health standards and regulations.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers to coordinate care.
- Drive to patients’ homes throughout the Miami-Dade and/or Broward County regions, ensuring timely and professional care delivery.
Requirements:
- Experience: At least one year of pediatric nursing experience and one year of home health experience preferred
- Licensure: Active Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
- Certifications:
- BLS (American Heart Association) – Required
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – Required (or must be obtained within 60 days of hire)
- Language Skills:
- English – Required
- Spanish – Preferred
- Creole – Preferred
- Transportation: Valid driver’s license, car insurance, and reliable transportation for travel within the Miami-Dade and/or Broward County region
- Insurance: Malpractice insurance (or willingness to obtain prior to hire)
- Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to providing patient-centered care under RN supervision
How to Apply
If you're an LPN looking to make a meaningful impact on weekends by delivering compassionate pediatric care where it matters most—at home—we’d love to hear from you. You may apply here on ZipRecruiter or...
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Job Details
- Job Type: Contract / Per Diem
- Specialty: Pediatrics
- Work Setting: On the road – providing in-home care throughout Miami-Dade and/or Broward County