Tag Archives: pediatric care

Tuesday, April 13th, 2021

What Does a Pediatric Home Health Nurse Do?

A private duty nurse can be a registered nurse (RN) or a licensed practical nurse (LPN) that provides personalized care to an individual and their family on a shift...
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Tuesday, April 13th, 2021

Additional Resources for Parents of Medically Fragile Children

When you’re the parent of a medically fragile child, it’s important for you to have as many resources as possible. This journey can feel lonely and isolating at times,...
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Tuesday, March 2nd, 2021

What You Need to Know About Trisomy 18-Edwards Syndrome

Trisomy 18, which is also known as Edwards Syndrome, is a rare complex disorder that may be identified in utero. This potentially fatal disorder happens when there is an...
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Tuesday, February 2nd, 2021

Attention Pediatric Nurses! Thinking About Joining an Agency? Here are 5 Things to Consider

As a pediatric nurse, you have many career options and work environments to choose from, depending on your skills, training and interests. After all, it’s no secret that there’s...
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Sunday, January 10th, 2021

What You Need to Know About Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a condition that makes it hard to use your muscles. It’s most common in babies and children and includes symptoms like muscle weakness, limited...
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Thursday, January 7th, 2021

Winter Safety Tips for Medically-Complex Children

Winter Safety for Medically Complex Children. It’s hard being cooped up all winter long, especially when you have a full household of children looking to get some fresh air!...
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Tuesday, November 24th, 2020

What is Private Duty Nursing?

Private Duty Nursing (PDN) is for families who are caring for medically complex children. This may be the best option as they prepare to return home and contemplate the...
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Friday, November 20th, 2020

Benefits of Pediatric Private Duty Nursing (and How to Get Medicaid to Pay)

If your child is medically complex and requires pediatric private duty nursing, it’s important to know that you can receive this care in your home. The Katie Beckett waiver...
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