Registered Nurse-Home Health

BrightStar Care of Kingwood/Humble TX · Kingwood, TX Full Time
$83200 – $93600 / year
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Job Description

RN HOME CARE NURSE NEEDED FOR KINGWOOD/HUMBLE AND SURROUNDING AREAS Are you a talented and compassionate Registered Nurse looking for a job where you can truly make a difference in people's lives? Do you want to work for a home care agency that genuinely cares about you? We are excited to offer you the opportunity to pursue your passion as an RN Home Care Nurse working a flexible schedule with the recognition and benefits you deserve! Collaborating with medical providers and care teams, you will provide personalized, comprehensive, and compassionate care by performing assessments, wound care, IV infusion therapy, and many other treatments. Come work for us and see how BrightStar Care of Kingwood/Humble employees uphold A Higher Standard of Care! What We Offer Flexible work schedules on a variety of assignments, procedures, and treatments Day, evening, and weekend opportunities Weekly pay with direct deposit Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance available to employees averaging 30 hrs/week IRA Retirement Plan Employee referral bonus Career advancement opportunities Easy clock in and out for work on any mobile device and electronic charting Free in-service trainings and continuing education We are Joint Commission accredited! Responsibilities: Provide professional nursing care including, but not limited to: wound, skin, and ostomy care; admission assessments and evaluations; IV infusions along with care and maintenance of peripheral IVs, PICC lines, CL, ML, and port-a-caths; other skilled nursing care as defined in the plan of care. Assess the patient's clinical needs upon admission and weekly; set goals; recommend appropriate nursing actions to meet those goals. Keep other licensed clinical professionals informed on items related to the patient's care. Monitor and track changes in the client/patient's condition and needs, and keeps the Director of Nursing and any other appropriate personnel informed. Requirements: Current unrestricted Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license, required Current CPR/BLS Certification (in-person only), required Negative TB skin test or chest x-ray within past year, required Minimum one (1) year of documented experience in a home health agency, primary care clinic or health facility, preferred Current and valid Texas Driver's License, required Current and valid automobile insurance, required Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull. Varied assistance is required depending on the mobility of the client. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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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.

About This Employer

BrightStar Care of Kingwood/Humble TX is a Parent Agency located in Kingwood, TX at 1621 Lakeville Drive Suite 320.

Care services offered: Licensed Home Health Services; Personal Assistance Services

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Employer profile provided by Houston Senior Living Guide

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Registered Nurse positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $47.02/hr ($97,802/yr). The typical range is $38.29 – $50.95/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $69,368/yr
Houston Median $97,802/yr
Experienced (90th) $125,320/yr
vs. National Median +4.5%

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

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Facility Type Parent Agency

1621 Lakeville Drive Suite 320, Kingwood, TX 77339

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