Private Duty Registered Nurse

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care is seeking a Private Duty Nurse to provide compassionate home health care, ensuring comfort and well-being for patients in their homes. The role emphasizes high-quality nursing, medication administration, and clear communication with the care team.

Required are an RN or LPN license, strong clinical judgment, patient-centered care, independence with protocols, and meticulous documentation. Competitive compensation aligns with home health norms in Texas.

Qualifications

• Current RN or LPN licensure as required.
• Strong clinical judgment and assessment skills.
• Compassionate, patient-centered home healthcare approach.
• Ability to work independently while following care protocols.
• Reliable documentation and effective communication with the team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care and monitor patient condition.
• Support activities of daily living to promote comfort and health outcomes.
• Maintain a safe home environment and follow established care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed and document care accurately.
• Communicate patient status and care needs to the appropriate care team members.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Patient-centered care

Independent work

Documentation & communication

Education

RN or LPN licensure

Job description

Private Duty Nurse

provides compassionate, high-quality nursing care to patients in their homes, supporting comfort and overall well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care and monitor patient condition.
• Support activities of daily living to promote comfort and health outcomes.
• Maintain a safe home environment and follow established care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed and document care accurately.
• Communicate patient status and care needs to the appropriate care team members.

Qualifications & Skills

• Current RN or LPN licensure (as required by the role).
• Strong clinical judgment, assessment, and prioritization skills.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to home healthcare.
• Ability to work independently while following care protocols.
• Reliable documentation and effective communication skills.