Job Description

Private Duty Nurse (RN/LPN)

Full-Time or Part-Time

New Graduates Encouraged to Apply – Training & Mentorship Provided

Making People the Center of Their Healthcare Journey.

At Journey Nursing Services, we believe healthcare is about people first. Our mission is to provide exceptional, person-centered care through a holistic approach that supports not only our clients, but their families, caregivers, and the entire healthcare team.

As a Nurse-Owned, Veteran-Owned, and Women-Owned organization, we are committed to raising the standard of community-based healthcare while investing in the professional growth of our employees. We believe every patient deserves exceptional care from qualified nursing professionals, and every employee deserves to work in an environment where they are respected, supported, and empowered.

We Believe in a Culture of Respect

Our culture is built on a few simple principles:

• Every voice matters.
• Every person deserves respect.
• We lead with compassion and integrity.
• We work together as one team.
• We pursue excellence in everything we do.

As Journey Nursing Services continues to expand throughout Washington State, we are seeking compassionate and skilled Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our growing Private Duty Nursing team.

New graduate nurses are encouraged to apply! We believe in developing the next generation of nurses by providing comprehensive orientation, hands-on training, ongoing mentorship, and clinical support to help you build confidence and succeed. Whether you're beginning your nursing career or bringing years of experience, our collaborative team is committed to helping you grow.

Whether you're looking for a full-time or part-time opportunity, we'd love to meet you.

Current Private Duty Nursing Openings

We are actively hiring Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for one-on-one Private Duty Nursing positions throughout Western Washington.

Current openings include:

• Auburn
• Everett
• Lynnwood
• Marysville
• Monroe
• Poulsbo
• Raymond
• Redmond
• Seattle
• Shoreline
• Tacoma / Lakewood
• Vaughn

Why nurses love our scheduling: We strive to match our nurses with patients based on their clinical experience, scheduling preferences, and geographic location whenever possible. As Journey continues to grow, new opportunities become available regularly. If you don't see your preferred location listed, we still encourage you to apply—we'd love to discuss current and upcoming opportunities that fit your experience and availability.

Why Choose Journey?

Private Duty Nursing offers a unique opportunity to provide truly personalized, one-on-one nursing care while developing meaningful relationships with your patients and their families.

Unlike traditional healthcare settings, our nurses have the time to focus on the individual—not just the diagnosis. You'll practice to the full scope of your license while providing comprehensive, relationship-centered care that improves quality of life and helps patients remain safely in their homes and communities.

At Journey, you'll care for medically complex pediatric and adult patients, collaborate with physicians and an interdisciplinary team, and become a trusted advocate for the individuals you serve.

As Journey continues to grow, so do the opportunities for professional development, leadership, and advancement.

Compensation & Benefits

Journey Nursing Services believes in investing in our employees by offering a competitive compensation package and benefits that support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth.

Benefits include:

• Competitive hourly pay
• Potential for performance and productivity-based bonuses
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mileage reimbursement (when applicable)
• Flexible Full-Time and Part-Time scheduling
• Paid orientation and training
• Free Continuing Education (CEUs) and online learning
• Professional development and leadership opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative, nurse-led work environment

Position Overview

Journey Nursing Services provides Private Duty Nursing, Home Caregiving, and RN Delegation throughout Snohomish, King, Whatcom, and surrounding counties.

As a Private Duty Nurse (RN/LPN), you will provide compassionate, one-on-one skilled nursing care for medically complex pediatric and adult patients across a variety of community-based settings, including:

• Private Homes
• Adult Family Homes
• Assisted Living Communities

You will work closely with patients, families, physicians, and the interdisciplinary care team to deliver individualized, high-quality care while promoting independence, safety, and the highest possible quality of life.

Our Private Duty Nursing team cares for medically complex pediatric and adult patients with a wide range of skilled nursing needs, providing highly individualized, one-on-one care in the home and community.

This role offers the opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients while utilizing advanced clinical skills in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Schedule & Work Environment

We offer flexible scheduling designed to support both patient needs and work-life balance.

Available opportunities may include:

• Full-time or Part-time positions
• Day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts
• 8-hour and 12-hour shifts
• Consistent one-on-one patient assignments whenever possible
• Long-term patient assignments that promote continuity of care and meaningful relationships

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one skilled nursing care in community-based settings.
• Perform ongoing nursing assessments appropriate to your scope of practice.
• Implement and follow individualized Plans of Care.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Monitor patient status and report changes in condition.
• Collaborate with physicians, Registered Nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatments, medications, and disease management.
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical record documentation.
• Ensure compliance with agency policies and state and federal regulations.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Foster a culture of compassion, professionalism, accountability, and clinical excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skilled Nursing Responsibilities May Include:

• Tracheostomy care
• Ventilator management
• Airway suctioning
• Enteral feeding (G-tube/J-tube)
• Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)
• Peritoneal Dialysis (PD)
• Central line care
• Medication administration
• IV therapy (within scope of practice)
• Wound care
• Ostomy care
• Seizure management
• Other skilled nursing interventions based on individual patient needs

Qualifications

Required

• Current Washington State RN or LPN license in good standing
• Current BLS Certification
• Strong assessment and clinical skills appropriate to your scope of practice
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation (if assigned to multiple patient locations)

Preferred

• One (1) year of nursing experience
• Private Duty Nursing, Home Health, Home Care, or Hospice experience
• Experience caring for medically complex pediatric and/or adult patients
• Experience with ventilators, tracheostomies, feeding tubes, peritoneal dialysis, TPN, or other advanced skilled nursing interventions

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