Private Duty Nursing

Job Description

Job Description

Provide direct skilled nursing care including but not limited to :

Medication administration and monitoring

Tracheostomy and ventilator care

Tube feedings (G-tube, J-tube)

Wound care

Seizure management

Catheter care

Vital signs monitoring and documentation

Follow and implement the individual's nursing care plan as developed by the RN and care team.

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with DBHDS, DMAS (Medicaid), and agency policies.

Monitor for changes in the individual’s health status and notify the appropriate provider (RN supervisor, physician, case manager, etc.).

Provide health education to individuals, families, and caregivers as appropriate.

Collaborate with other members of the interdisciplinary team, including behavioral therapists, direct support professionals (DSPs), and case managers.

Comply with all state regulations , Medicaid requirements, and DBHDS provider guidelines.

Qualifications :

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia (unencumbered).

CPR / BLS Certification (American Heart Association preferred)

Experience in home health, pediatrics, developmental disabilities, or behavioral health preferred.

Knowledge of DBHDS waiver programs , including Community Living (CL), Family and Individual Supports (FIS), and Building Independence (BI), is preferred but not required.

Must pass all required background checks, including :

Criminal history

Nurse Aide Registry

OIG (Office of Inspector General) exclusions

CPS (Child Protective Services), if applicable

Skills and Abilities :

Strong clinical skills with attention to detail

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently in a home setting

Compassionate, patient, and respectful of individual rights

Ability to document care in electronic or paper records clearly and accurately

Work Environment :

Services provided in private homes or community settings

May require flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays

May involve exposure to pets, secondhand smoke, or environmental allergens

Compliance & Supervision :

Operates under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) per Virginia Board of Nursing regulations and DBHDS waiver requirements

Complies with all DMAS documentation and service authorization guidelines