Registered Nurse (RN) Home Health

Distro; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 41.000 - 58.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Nurturing Home Healthcare in Houston, TX is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our PRN Home Health team. You will perform skilled nursing visits, complete comprehensive assessments, and develop individualized care plans to support patients in their homes.

This role emphasizes accuracy in OASIS data, adherence to Medicare guidelines, and collaboration with physicians, therapists, and family caregivers to deliver high‑quality care and promote patient independence and safety.

Formación

• Current Texas RN license and active nursing practice.
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience; Home Health preferred.
• OASIS experience or willingness to train.
• Knowledge of Medicare regulations and home health standards.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct comprehensive home health assessments and develop care plans.
• Provide skilled nursing services including wound care and medication management.
• Educate patients and caregivers on diseases, treatments, and safety.
• Complete start‑of‑care, recertification, resumption‑of‑care, transfer, and discharge assessments.
• Accurately document in the EMR and complete OASIS as required.
• Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, social workers and family.
• Ensure compliance with Medicare guidelines and agency policies.
• Promote patient independence and safety.

Conocimientos

Nursing

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Documentation

Home health care

Educación

RN license in Texas

Herramientas

WellSky (Kinnser)

Descripción del empleo

Position Summary Nurturing Home Healthcare is seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) – Home Health (PRN) in Houston, TX to provide high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals in their homes. The RN will perform skilled nursing visits, complete patient assessments, develop and implement care plans, and collaborate with physicians, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate is clinically skilled, self-motivated, and committed to delivering exceptional home healthcare services while maintaining compliance with Medicare regulations, agency standards, and professional nursing practices.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments in the home setting. Develop, implement, and update individualized care plans based on patient needs. Provide skilled nursing services, including wound care, medication management, disease management, and patient education. Evaluate patient progress and communicate changes in condition to physicians and appropriate healthcare providers. Complete start‑of‑care, recertification, resumption‑of‑care, transfer, and discharge assessments. Accurately complete OASIS documentation as required. Educate patients and caregivers regarding medications, treatments, disease processes, and safety measures. Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, social workers, and other members of the healthcare team. Ensure compliance with agency policies, Medicare guidelines, and professional nursing standards. Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation within the electronic medical record system. Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and care coordination meetings. Support quality improvement initiatives and patient satisfaction goals. Respond appropriately to patient needs and changes in health status. Promote patient independence, safety, and overall well‑being.

Required Qualifications

Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Texas. Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience required. Previous Home Health experience preferred. OASIS experience or willingness to complete training. Knowledge of Medicare regulations and home health standards. Strong clinical assessment and critical‑thinking skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Ability to work independently and manage multiple patient visits efficiently. Reliable transportation and valid driver's license. Current CPR certification or ability to obtain upon hire. Proficiency with electronic medical record systems and documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

Two or more years of Home Health nursing experience. Experience with WellSky (Kinnser) or similar Home Health EMR systems. Strong knowledge of Medicare Conditions of Participation (CoPs). Experience managing chronic disease populations. Wound care certification or advanced clinical training. Bilingual abilities (English/Spanish) preferred. Experience working with geriatric and medically complex patients. BSN preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements

Ability to travel frequently between patient homes within the assigned service area. Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and reach during patient visits. Ability to lift, transfer, or assist patients as needed, up to 50 pounds with appropriate support. Ability to use nursing equipment and perform clinical procedures safely. Ability to sit for extended periods while completing documentation. Visual acuity sufficient to assess patients and review medical records. Manual dexterity required for documentation, medication administration, and nursing procedures. Ability to communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Ability to work in varying home environments and conditions.

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