Location & Practice Overview

The position is based in Newark, New Jersey, and places nurses in private residences rather than hospitals or clinics. Care is delivered through a homecare agency model focused on skilled private duty nursing.

City & State Newark, New Jersey
Practice Setting Client homes
Agency Type Private duty homecare
Service Delivery One-to-one skilled nursing shifts

Responsibilities

  • Provide skilled nursing care directed by medical practitioner orders and the established client care plan.
  • Administer medications, monitor client status, and record all observations and order changes according to agency procedure.
  • Carry out specialized interventions such as tracheostomy care, ventilator management, and tube feedings when indicated.
  • Support personal care needs, deliver client and family teaching, and respond to emergencies as required.
  • Coordinate with other members of the care team and follow agency policies, safety standards, and applicable regulations.

All services remain within the New Jersey Nurse Practice Act and under the direction of an authorized medical practitioner.

Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants must meet the following credential and practical requirements for in-home skilled nursing in New Jersey.

Education
Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing
License
Current New Jersey RN or LPN license
Certification
Current CPR certification
Transportation
Valid driver’s license and insured personal vehicle
Communication
Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal skills

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is hourly. Confirmed benefits are listed below.

  • $30–$40 per hour
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Bonus potential
  • Training and development
  • Opportunity for advancement

Schedule & Work Environment

Hours Vary according to client assignment
Scheduling Approach Flexible options available
Work Location Client residences in the Newark area
Assignment Structure One nurse assigned to one client per shift

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

Nurses support individuals who need skilled nursing assistance to remain at home.

Age Groups Children and adults
Client Needs Medically complex conditions or chronic care requirements
Care Location Private homes rather than institutional facilities
Support Level Clients authorized for private duty nursing services

Clinical Focus & Key Services

The clinical work centers on skilled interventions that allow clients with complex needs to receive continuous nursing support at home.

Skilled Nursing Ongoing assessment and care directed by practitioner orders
Airway & Respiratory Support Tracheostomy care and ventilator management when ordered
Nutrition Support Tube feeding management
Medication & Education Medication administration and client/family teaching

Role Highlights

These features distinguish the day-to-day experience of this private duty role from multi-patient facility or visiting-nurse positions.

  • Consistent one-to-one nurse-to-client ratio on every shift
  • Care delivered entirely inside the client’s home environment
  • Shift structure determined by individual client care authorization
  • Direct daily interaction with the client’s family caregivers

About First Day Homecare - New Jersey

First Day Homecare provides pediatric private duty nursing and related home-based care services through its franchise locations. Services may also include personal care and ABA therapy depending on the specific location. The agency focuses on supporting children and adults who are medically complex or living with chronic conditions.

Organization Franchise-based homecare provider
Primary Service Private duty nursing
Additional Offerings Personal care services and ABA therapy (varies by location)
Client Focus Children and adults with medical complexity or chronic conditions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can both RNs and LPNs apply for this role?
Yes. The position accepts candidates who hold a current New Jersey RN license or a current New Jersey LPN license.
Is a personal vehicle required?
Yes. Candidates must be licensed drivers and maintain automobile insurance that meets state and agency requirements.
How is the work schedule determined?
Hours vary based on the specific client assignment. Flexible scheduling is listed among the position benefits.
Does the role include specialized procedures such as ventilator or tracheostomy care?
The scope of clinical practice includes tracheostomy care, ventilator management, and tube feedings when these services are part of the client’s ordered care plan.
Is the care delivered in a facility or in the home?
All nursing services for this position are provided in the client’s home.
What benefits are confirmed in the posting?
Confirmed benefits include paid sick time, paid time off, bonus potential, training and development, and opportunity for advancement.

Private Duty Nurse (RN/LPN) in Newark, NJ

This Private Duty Nurse opening with First Day Homecare in Newark, New Jersey, is open to both registered nurses and licensed practical nurses who hold active New Jersey licenses and current CPR certification. The work takes place entirely in client homes and follows a one-to-one care model. Nurses carry out skilled interventions directed by medical orders, including medication administration, clinical monitoring, tracheostomy care, ventilator management, and tube feedings when ordered. The patient population includes children and adults with medically complex or chronic conditions. Scheduling is flexible and determined by individual client assignments rather than fixed facility shifts. Compensation is $30–$40 per hour and is accompanied by paid sick time, PTO, bonus potential, training support, and advancement opportunity. The role suits nurses seeking continuous single-client assignments delivered inside the home environment.

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