Bilingual Spanish RN – Pediatric Home Health Nurse – Flexible Hours

MedCare Pediatric · Houston, TX Part Time
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Job Description

Pediatric Private Duty Registered Nurse (RN) – Full-Time & Part-Time Home Health $31–$36 an hour At MedCare Pediatric , we are dedicated to transforming lives through compassionate, patient-centered care. As a trusted provider of pediatric home health services, we bring skilled nursing care directly into the homes of our patients, ensuring they receive the support they need in the environment where they feel most comfortable. Our mission is to deliver exceptional nursing services with integrity, collaboration, and excellence. As a Registered Nurse (RN) – Private Duty Nurse at MedCare, you’ll have the opportunity to provide one-on-one skilled nursing care in a setting where patients thrive—their own homes. Our structured schedules allow for meaningful patient interactions, individualized care, and thorough documentation while ensuring you have the flexibility to balance your professional and personal life. You’ll be part of a dedicated team that values collaboration, professional growth, and clinical excellence, providing you with the resources and support needed to make a lasting impact on the children and families you serve. Whether you are an experienced pediatric nurse or a new graduate RN looking to begin your nursing career in a supportive environment, MedCare provides the opportunity to grow while delivering meaningful care. Are you ready to make a difference where it matters most? Apply today and become part of a team committed to providing compassionate, high-quality pediatric home health care! Registered Nurse (RN) Qualifications & Responsibilities: Current Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license Current CPR certification Valid driver's license and current auto liability insurance Pediatric home health experience preferred, but not required. New graduate RNs are encouraged to apply. Provide quality skilled one-on-one nursing care to pediatric clients in a home setting for 8–12 hour shifts, allowing them to remain with their families instead of an inpatient facility Care for clients with serious illnesses, medical complexities, disabilities, or those recovering from injuries or extensive surgery Assess client conditions during each visit, including monitoring vital signs, seizure activity, and providing care for gastrostomy tubes (G-tubes), tracheostomies, CPAP/BiPAP, and ventilators Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and the individualized plan of care Collaborate with physicians, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary care team to support positive patient outcomes Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation Registered Nurse (RN) Benefits & Schedule: Full-time and part-time opportunities available Day, night, weekday, and weekend shifts available throughout the Greater Houston area and surrounding regions Flexible scheduling with 8–12-hour private duty shifts Competitive pay of $31–$36 per hour Night and weekend shift differentials Employee referral bonus program Medical, dental, vision, life, STD, and LTD insurance options 401(k) retirement plan Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays Supportive leadership, ongoing clinical support, and opportunities

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Nursing roles in senior living are fundamentally different from hospital nursing. Most positions involve building long-term relationships with the same residents over months or years rather than cycling through new patients every shift. Facilities in the Houston area typically require an active Texas RN or LVN license, current CPR/BLS certification, and many prefer at least one year of geriatric or long-term care experience.

Shift patterns vary widely — some facilities run traditional 8-hour shifts (day, evening, night), while others use 12-hour rotations. Weekend and holiday coverage is almost always part of the schedule. The nurse-to-resident ratio in assisted living is generally more favorable than in hospitals, but you will likely be the highest-level clinical staff on the floor during your shift, which means more autonomy and more responsibility for clinical judgment calls.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

A typical shift starts with medication pass and resident assessments. You will review overnight notes from the previous shift, check vitals for residents on your watch list, and coordinate with CNAs on any changes in condition. Mid-shift usually involves documentation, family communication, and working with physicians on care plan updates — often by phone or telehealth rather than in-person rounds.

Depending on the facility, you may also handle admissions paperwork, manage wound care, supervise medication techs, and respond to emergencies. The documentation load in senior living is significant — state surveys and compliance requirements mean thorough charting is non-negotiable. Many nurses in this setting say the most rewarding part is knowing their residents personally and being able to notice subtle changes that a rotating hospital nurse might miss.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Registered Nurse positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $48.00/hr ($99,840/yr). The typical range is $39.37 – $55.77/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $74,859/yr
Houston Median $99,840/yr
Experienced (90th) $130,437/yr
vs. National Median +2.3%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.

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