Registered Nurse (RN) – Flexible Schedule

MedCare Pediatric · Houston, TX Part Time

$64480 – $74880 / year

Job Description

At MedCare Pediatric, we are dedicated to transforming lives through compassionate, patient-centered care. As a trusted provider of home health services, we bring nursing services 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 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 care in a setting where patients thrive—their own homes. Our structured schedules allow for meaningful patient interactions 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 and professional growth, equipping you with the resources to make a lasting impact on the individuals and families you serve. Registered Nurse (RN) Qualifications & Responsibilities: Valid Texas RN license, CPR certification, driver's license, and auto liability insurance 6 months of pediatric home health experience as an RN preferred Provide quality skilled care to pediatric clients in a home setting for 8–12 hour shifts, allowing them to remain with their families instead of an in-patient facility Care for clients with serious illnesses, disabilities, or those recovering from injuries or extensive surgery Assess client conditions during each visit, including vital signs, seizure monitoring, and care for gastrostomy tubes, tracheostomies, CPAP/BiPAP, and ventilators Valid Texas RN license, CPR certification, driver's license, and auto liability insurance Registered Nurse (RN) Benefits & Schedule: Full-time and part-time openings with day, night, weekday, and weekend shifts available across the Greater Houston area and surrounding regions Competitive pay with weekend and night differentials, plus employee referral bonuses Medical, dental, vision, life, STD, and LTD insurance options, along with a 401(k) plan Paid time off and paid holidays Join our team and bring your passion for helping children thrive! Apply today to be part of a community that values your expertise and prioritizes the lives we touch together. $31 - $36 an hour We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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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 $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.