Private Duty Nurse Jobs

Private Duty Nurse jobs are open across home health, pediatric care, and hospice settings, from new-grad RNs to experienced LPNs and registered nurses, with specializations in ventilator management, complex wound care, and pediatric private duty. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles999+
Top stateWashington
Top employerMaxim Healthcare
Top cityTacoma, WA
Work type98% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Pediatric Private Duty Nurse – Full-Time RN & LPN
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Pediatric Private Duty Nurse – Full-Time RN & LPN
Sunbridge Home Health Care
Theodore, Alabama
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$23 - $28/hr
On-Site
201-500

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Registered Nurse (RN) – In-Home Private Duty | Atlanta/Buckhead, GA
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Registered Nurse (RN) – In-Home Private Duty | Atlanta/Buckhead, GA
TheKey Concierge Nursing
Buckhead, Georgia
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification

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Registered Nurse (RN) – In-Home Private Duty | Atlanta/Buckhead, GA
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Registered Nurse (RN) – In-Home Private Duty | Atlanta/Buckhead, GA
Home Care Assistance
Buckhead, Georgia
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification

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RN / Registered Nurse - Private Duty (PRN)
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RN / Registered Nurse - Private Duty (PRN)
Adoration Health
Knoxville, Tennessee
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
201-500

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Private Duty Nurse - Friday Overnights
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Private Duty Nurse - Friday Overnights
First Day Homecare
Glendale, Arizona
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$38 - $40/hr
On-Site
CPR Certification
51-200

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Private Duty Nurse Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Maxim Healthcare103
  • Avail Home Health73
  • BAYADA Home Health Care63
  • First Day Homecare55
  • Aveanna Healthcare49

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services39
  • Insurance15
  • Distribution & Wholesale3

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in private duty nurse jobs.

  • Active RN or LPN state license in good standing
  • Current BLS or CPR certification from an accredited provider
  • Minimum one to two years of clinical nursing experience
  • Ability to operate and troubleshoot ventilators and G-tube feeding equipment
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for home visits
  • Experience documenting care plans and shift notes in electronic health record systems

Tips for Your Private Duty Nurse Job Search

Tailor your resume for care complexity

Private duty hiring managers want to see the specific patient populations and acuity levels you've managed. List diagnoses, equipment like vents or G-tubes, and care plan responsibilities rather than generic nursing duties. Vague resumes get passed over fast.

Get your certifications current before applying

Many private duty postings require a valid CPR, BLS, or state-specific home health aide certification before they'll schedule an interview. Check your expiration dates now, renew anything lapsing soon, and list each credential with the issuing body and expiry date.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists private duty nurse openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter for case type before you apply

Private duty roles vary enormously between pediatric trach care, geriatric companionship, and post-surgical recovery. Reading the full case description before applying saves time and prevents mismatched placements that end after one shift.

Prepare for a skills demonstration interview

Many private duty agencies ask you to walk through a scenario involving a deteriorating patient or a family conflict before an offer. Practice answering how you'd escalate care, document an event, and communicate with a supervising physician in real time.

Negotiate your schedule in the offer conversation

Hours, case continuity, and on-call expectations are negotiable at most private duty agencies. Ask specifically about case reassignment policies and how often nurses are floated between patients so your schedule doesn't shift without warning after you accept.

Private Duty Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most private duty nurses?

The most active employers for private duty nurses right now are Maxim Healthcare, Avail Home Health, and BAYADA Home Health Care, and the most openings are in Washington, Tennessee, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Case volumes and hiring needs shift seasonally, so checking listings frequently gives you the best picture of where demand is highest.

How many private duty nurse jobs are remote?

About 2% of private duty nurse openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most private duty care. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or telehealth components include care coordination, patient education, and case management roles within private duty agencies.

How do you become a private duty nurse?

Start by earning your RN or LPN through an accredited nursing program and passing the NCLEX exam to obtain your state license. After that, build clinical experience in a hospital, home health, or long-term care setting. Many private duty agencies require hands-on experience with complex patients before placing you in a one-on-one home care case.

Can you get hired as a private duty nurse with little experience?

Some agencies hire new graduates into entry-level private duty roles that involve lower-acuity patients, such as companionship or basic medication management cases. Demonstrating clinical rotations in home health or pediatrics, holding a current BLS certification, and being open to part-time cases can help you land a first placement while building your private duty record.

What does the private duty nurse interview process look like?

Most private duty interviews start with a phone or video screen to confirm your license status and availability. A second conversation typically involves clinical scenario questions about patient deterioration, family dynamics, and emergency escalation. Some agencies follow up with a skills checklist or a brief orientation shift with an existing nurse before making a formal offer.

Where can I find and apply to private duty nurse jobs?

You can find and apply to private duty nurse jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles that match your license type, case preferences, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your availability and clinical background.

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