Pediatric Home Health Nurse

Sentido Health · Houston, TX Full Time

$52000 – $79040 / year

Job Description

We’re hiring Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) across Texas who want to work 1 on 1 with pediatric patients in home health. We are a boutique provider that is family-owned and operated. Pay range: $25.00-$38.00 (depending on license) Why Sentido Health? ✅ Quarterly Loyalty Bonus : $250 every 3 months - just for staying with us ✅ Weekly Pay every Friday! ✅ Generous PTO : 80 hours (0–2 years) 120 hours (3–4 years) 160 hours (5 years) ✅ Competitive Pay ✅ 401K Match Plan : Up to 4% full match & 6% half-match ✅ Comprehensive Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance through CIGNA ✅ Boutique Provider : Be part of a close-knit, supportive team Make a difference while working in a rewarding, supportive environment. Apply today and grow with us! Pediatric Home Health Nurse - Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Summary/Objective The primary function is to administer skilled nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse to pediatric patients/clients, in their places of residence; and coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, patient/client, their family, and referring agency. Essential Functions Under the direction of the RN, assists in identifying the patient’s/client’s physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation. Participates in planning and implementing care in conjunction with the RN, in accordance with the POC. Provides care using infection control measures that protect both staff and patient/client. Assures the continuity of care through delivery of quality patient/client care. Provides effective communication to the patient/client, their family, team members, and other health care professionals as evidenced by clinical notes, case conferences, communication notes, and evaluations. Completes appropriate documentation in a timely manner Monitors assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of payor. Demonstrates commitment, professional growth and competency. Promotes the Agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care. Preferred/Required Education and Experience Graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing Current Texas license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or a multi-state license issued by a state member of the National Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Current driver’s license One year experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in a clinical care pediatric setting strongly preferred. Home health experience preferred. Supervisory Responsibility No Work Environment Works in patients’/clients’ homes in various conditions; possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases; must have ability to work a flexible schedule and to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather Physical/Mental Demands Prolonged standing and walking required, with ability to lift up to 50lbs and move patients/clients. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient/client needs, and to make quick decisions and resource acquisition; meet patient/client and family individualized psychosocial needs. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work Hours/Shifts may vary based on client/patient needs/authorized hours. Travel Some Organizational Requirements Experience recognizing the needs and concerns of individuals Effectively communicate orally and in writing Ability to follow verbal and written instruction in English Professional telephone & email etiquette Able to work in fast-paced, self-directed environment. Detail oriented with excellent time management skills. Decision-making, problem resolution and creative thinking skills. Responds well to multitasking while providing exceptional customer service, support and responsiveness Should be honest, competitive, energetic, enthusiastic, professional and systematic. Ability to demonstrate and educate to patient family members on all equipment necessary

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $10.97/hr ($22,818/yr). The typical range is $10.60 – $13.28/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $20,613/yr

Houston Median $22,818/yr

Experienced (90th) $30,597/yr

vs. National Median -34.6%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.