Home Health Registered Nurse

At Your Side Home Care Services- Willowbrook; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

At Your Side Home Care Services- Willowbrook in Houston, TX is seeking a compassionate Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) to provide skilled nursing care in patients' homes. The role emphasizes OASIS assessments, accurate documentation, wound care, and infusion therapy to support independent living.

The ideal candidate holds a Texas RN license, with at least 1 year in home health and experience with PEG tube administration.

Qualifications

• Current Texas RN license in good standing.
• 1 year of home health nursing experience.
• Experience with OASIS assessments and documentation.
• Experience administering medications via PEG tube.
• Proficiency with Kinser EMR system.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing OASIS assessments to develop care plans.
• Provide skilled nursing, including wound care and infusion therapy.
• Educate patients and families on conditions, meds, and prevention.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation per Medicare and agency rules.
• Submit OASIS documentation promptly for compliance with standards.
• Communicate changes in patient status to the care team.
• Serve as liaison between patient, family, and care team.
• Adhere to evidence-based protocols to ensure high-quality care.
• Demonstrate strong communication and rapport with patients.
• Maintain Texas RN license and pursue ongoing professional development.

Skills

OASIS documentation

Wound care

Infusion therapy

PEG tube administration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Tools

Kinser EMR

Job description

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.