KINDHEARTED HEALTHCARE SERVICES INC·Bowie, Maryland
Provide direct pediatric care including the management of tracheostomies, ventilators, and G-J tube feedings. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to implement care plans and educate families on emergency procedures and daily management.
The Pediatric LPN will provide direct patient care to children requiring tracheostomy, ventilator support, and G-J tube feeding in a home health, hospital, or clinical setting. The nurse will work closely with registered nurses (RNs), physicians, and respiratory therapists to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Monitor and manage tracheostomy and ventilator equipment, ensuring proper function and patient safety.
Perform suctioning, oxygen therapy, and airway clearance techniques as needed.
Administer medications and treatments per physician orders.
Manage G-J tube feedings, including formula administration, flushing, and troubleshooting complications.
Assess and document patient condition, including vital signs, respiratory status, and nutritional intake.
Educate and support families on trach, ventilator, and G-J tube care, emergency procedures, and daily management.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Respond to emergencies, including trach dislodgement, ventilator alarms, and G-J tube complications.
Maintain infection control standards and ensure a safe environment for the patient.
Valid LPN license in the state of practice.
Experience with pediatric trach, ventilator, and G-J tube care (preferred, but training may be provided).
CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Strong assessment and critical thinking skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team.
Excellent communication and family education skills.
Home health care, pediatric hospitals, long-term care facilities, or outpatient clinics.
Flexible scheduling, including day, night, and weekend shifts.
Opportunities for specialized training in pediatric respiratory and nutritional care.
Must hold a valid LPN license and CPR/BLS certification. Experience with pediatric respiratory and nutritional care is preferred but training may be provided.
Market context
In Maryland, nursing openings that require an RN and outpatient care experience are typically competitive because employers often want candidates who can step into ambulatory workflows with limited onboarding. Strong applicants usually show familiarity with patient education, care coordination, and fast-paced clinic settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then compare your outpatient experience to the core duties before applying.
