A Hello Nurze Initiative

Consider the Shift

A documentary film exploring pediatric home health nursing — and why the next generation of nurses should consider this extraordinary career path.

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Get an inside look at the world of pediatric home health nursing.

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Resources for Your Journey

Everything you need to know about pediatric home health nursing — from your first clinical rotation to your first case.

What Is It?
Pediatric home health nursing (PDN) provides skilled nursing care to medically complex children in their homes, schools, and communities — not hospitals.

Nurses work one-on-one with children who depend on technology like ventilators, tracheostomies, and feeding tubes to thrive outside the hospital.

Who Needs It?
Children with complex medical needs — including those with tracheostomies, ventilators, seizure disorders, G-tubes, and chronic conditions.

These families need consistent, compassionate nursing care so their children can live safely at home and parents can work, sleep, and care for siblings.

Who Can Do It?
Licensed RNs and LPNs/LVNs — including new graduates! Many agencies hire and train nurses who are passionate about pediatrics.

You don't need NICU or PICU experience first. Agencies provide orientation, skills training, and mentorship for new team members.

Day Shift
Day shifts focus on active care — medication administration, therapy participation, school nursing, community outings, and family education.

You'll support the child's daily routines, coordinate with therapists and schools, and empower families with education and confidence.

Night Shift
Night shifts center on monitoring, respiratory care, and ensuring the child's safety while the family rests.

Great for nursing students — many work nights while attending school during the day. Involves focused assessment, documentation, and emergency readiness.

Pros & Cons
Pros
  • - One-on-one patient relationships
  • - Flexible scheduling
  • - Clinical autonomy & growth
  • - Meaningful family impact
Cons
  • - Working alone in a home
  • - Variable pay by state
  • - Emotional challenges
  • - Less peer interaction on shift

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