Salary Range: 22 to 26 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-hour-wage)

Pediatric Private Duty Nurse (LVN) – Full-Time & Part-Time Home Health

$22–$26 an hour

At MedCare Pediatric, we are dedicated to transforming lives through compassionate, patient-centered care. As a trusted provider of pediatric home health services, we bring skilled nursing care directly into the homes of our pediatric patients, ensuring they receive the support they need in the environment where they feel most comfortable. Our mission is to deliver exceptional nursing care through integrity, collaboration, and excellence.

As a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – Private Duty Nurse at MedCare, you'll have the opportunity to provide one-on-one skilled nursing care in a setting where children thrive—their own homes. Our structured schedules allow for meaningful patient interactions, individualized care, and thorough documentation while offering the flexibility to maintain a healthy work-life balance. You'll be part of a supportive team that values collaboration, professional growth, and clinical excellence, providing you with the resources needed to make a lasting impact on the children and families you serve.

If you're ready to make a difference where it matters most, apply today and become part of a team committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality pediatric home health care.

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Qualifications and Responsibilities:

Current Texas Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license

Current CPR certification

Valid driver's license and current auto liability insurance

Minimum of 6 months of pediatric home health experience as an LVN required

Provide skilled one-on-one nursing care to pediatric patients in their homes during 8–12-hour shifts, allowing them to remain safely with their families instead of an inpatient facility

Care for children with serious illnesses, medical complexities, disabilities, or those recovering from injuries or extensive surgery

Assess patient conditions during each visit, including monitoring vital signs, seizure activity, and providing care for gastrostomy tubes (G-tubes), tracheostomies, CPAP/BiPAP, and ventilators

Administer medications and treatments as prescribed and according to the individualized plan of care

Collaborate with physicians, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary care team to ensure quality patient outcomes

Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Benefits & Schedule:

Full-time and part-time opportunities available
Day, night, weekday, and weekend shifts available throughout the Greater Houston area and surrounding communities
Flexible scheduling with 8–12-hour private duty shifts
Competitive pay of $22–$26 per hour, plus night and weekend differentials
Employee referral bonus program
Medical, dental, vision, life, STD, and LTD insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
Supportive leadership, ongoing clinical support, and opportunities for professional growth

Why Join MedCare Pediatric?

One-on-one pediatric patient care
Flexible schedules to support work-life balance
Meaningful relationships with patients and families
Supportive clinical team and leadership
Opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of children every day

About the company

MedCare Pediatric treats children with medical and developmental needs through nursing and therapy in the Greater Houston area. Families can use home visits or outpatient clinics for physical, occupational and speech therapy, alongside behavior therapy for autism. Its care teams work with families and referring physicians on individual treatment plans, with nurses supporting children who need skilled care at home. The business bills for clinical services and accepts commercial insurance and Medicaid, with covered programs varying by service. Founded in 1991 by a husband and wife team, MedCare Pediatric Group is headquartered in Stafford, Texas.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Stafford, TX

Founded

1991

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What believers are saying

Small caseloads are explicit: MedCare's Pasadena/Baytown behavior analyst role advertises six clients per analyst.
Fellows receive career support: the Jersey Village speech role includes mentorship, continuing education access and recertification reimbursement.
Unsocial hours earn extra: MedCare's Katy registered nurse role advertises night and weekend shift differentials.

What critics are saying

Clinic careers are geographically concentrated: MedCare's official directory lists Stafford and Houston sites.
Nursing schedules require long blocks: MedCare's Katy role lists 8-12-hour shifts, including nights and weekends.
Behavior analyst leadership adds overhead: the Pasadena/Baytown role requires technician supervision, caregiver training and compliance documentation.

What makes MedCare Pediatric unique

Complex care is central: MedCare nurses manage ventilators, tracheostomies and feeding tubes in patient homes.
Autism treatment targets younger children: MedCare accepts ages 2-10 in its behavior therapy program.
Student exposure spans disciplines: MedCare's observation program covers rehabilitation, nursing and behavior analysis in a pediatric clinic.

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