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