Treatment Nurse - LVN or RN

Oakmont Healthcare and Rehabilitation of Humble · Houston, TX Full Time

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Job Description

Join Our Team as a Treatment Nurse (LVN or RN) Promote Healing. Provide Comfort. Deliver Excellence. We’re seeking a skilled and compassionate Treatment Nurse (LVN or RN) to join our care team. In this role, you’ll deliver high-quality wound care and treatment services while working closely with interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident outcomes. Success in this role requires clinical expertise, reliability, and a collaborative spirit. Your Impact as a Treatment Nurse In this role, you will: Perform dressing changes, wound assessments, and specialized skin treatments Monitor and document healing progress of wounds, incisions, and skin concerns Communicate effectively with physicians and families regarding care plans Evaluate residents’ nutritional and hydration needs related to wound healing Review lab results and respond to signs of infection Educate staff on wound prevention and treatment protocols Assist with floor staffing as needed to ensure continuity of care What Makes You a Great Fit We’re seeking someone who: Holds an active LVN or RN license in good standing with the state Has experience in wound care and treatment procedures (preferred) Possesses strong assessment, documentation, and communication skills Works independently and thrives in a team-centered environment Demonstrates a compassionate, resident-centered approach to nursing Benefits (Full-Time) Comprehensive Benefits : Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Extra Protection : AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Cardiac, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Confinement Life Insurance : Whole and Term Policies Professional Growth : Tuition Reimbursement Time to Recharge : Paid Time Off (PTO) Retirement Planning : Immediate 401(k) eligibility Unwavering Support : Exceptional corporate resources and leadership Equal Opportunity Employer 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.

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.