Home Health Registered Nurse

At Your Side Home Care Services- Willowbrook · Houston, TX Prn

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Job Description

At Your Side Home Care Services- Willowbrook - PRN - Home Health RN - Registered Nurse Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour Expected hours: 10 hours per week Job description: Job Summary We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Home Health Care Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in utilizing the OASIS system, maintaining meticulous patient records, and delivering skilled nursing care in patients' homes. This role requires proficiency in wound care management, infusion therapy, and a comprehensive understanding of home health care protocols. Key Responsibilities Conduct thorough initial and ongoing patient assessments using the OASIS tool to develop individualized care plans. Provide skilled nursing care, including wound care, infusion therapy, catheter management, and other specialized services as prescribed. Educate patients and families on managing health conditions, medications, and preventative care. Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely documentation of patient conditions, interventions, and progress in compliance with federal, state, and agency guidelines. Submit OASIS documentation promptly to ensure compliance with Medicare and agency standards. Communicate changes in patient status to the care team and implement appropriate interventions. Serve as a liaison between the patient, their family, and the care team to address questions and concerns. Adhere to best practices and evidence-based protocols to ensure the highest standard of care. Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with patients and families are essential. Must possess a valid nursing license and be committed to ongoing professional development. Applicants must have a minimum of 1 year of home health care nursing experience Applicants must have experience administering medication via PEG Tube (percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy) Education & Licensure Current and unencumbered RN license in Texas Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) preferred but not required. Experience Proficiency in OASIS documentation is required. Experience in wound care and infusion therapy is essential. Knowledge of Kinser EMR required Applicants must have experience administering medication via PEG Tube (percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy) Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals who are committed to making a difference in the lives of our patients through compassionate home health care.

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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.