Pediatric Home Care Nurse Duties & Responsibilities

• Assess children’s health problems and chart out a care plan.

• Provide one-on-one patient care.

• Administer medication and take and record vitals.

• Assess home situations to determine that children are in the best possible environment.

• Assist children with daily care such as grooming, bathing, and toileting.

• Provide emotional support to children and their families.

• Work with pediatricians to ensure that proper treatment is administered at all times.

• Observe symptoms and report to the pediatrician.

• Start and monitor intravenous fluids.

• Observe for changes in health.

• Act as a home health educator for children and their families.

• Work as a nurse advocate to safeguard the children's rights.

• Provide recreation and diversion to children under care.

• Record medical findings, symptoms, and observations.

• Ensure the safety of children at all times.