LPNs NEEDED IN HOUSTON, TX- $36 PER HR

Collage Nursing and Home Care Partners · Houston, TX Full Time

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Job Description

WE ARE LOOKING FOR GREAT NURSES THAT WANT TO BE A PART OF OUR TOP NOTCH TEAM PAY: $36 PER HR Searching for a company that invests in its team members, both personally and professionally? How about a company that understands flexible schedules and growth opportunities are important in today's workplace? If so, Collage Nursing and Homecare Partners is the company for you! We offer competitive wages, flexible schedules, free training classes to help you meet all state CEU requirements, as well as personal and professional growth opportunities. We believe the best way for us to provide exceptional patient care, is for us to first take care of our caregivers and nurses! Responsibilities Participate in the planning and coordination of total patient care in conjunction with the RN and the physician's plan of care, and follow the nursing care plan for each patient Accurately report and record the patient's condition and care, including signs and symptoms which may be indicative of change Prepare clinical/progress notes and summaries Assist the patient with the activities of daily living while teaching appropriate self-care techniques Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient Assist the physician and Registered Nurse in complex nursing situations Follow universal precautions whenever giving any aspect of patient care Follow emergency procedures in the event of any catastrophic event, incident, e.g., accident, injury or significant change in the patient's condition Qualifications Tracheotomy experience required 1 year experience as an LPN in a home care setting Current state license as an LPN Graduate of an accredited program of practical nursing Proof of current CPR certification Ability to work flexible schedule Excellent interpersonal skills Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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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.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $11.27/hr ($23,442/yr). The typical range is $10.92 – $13.35/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $22,235/yr

Houston Median $23,442/yr

Experienced (90th) $31,928/yr

vs. National Median -34.5%

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