Join our dedicated team as a Private Duty Registered Nurse (RN) providing exceptional in-home care tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient.
Posted Sep 30
Shift and hours
7AM to 7PM, 7PM to 7AM, or around-the-clock 24/7 coverage This dynamic role offers flexible scheduling options, including shifts from 7AM to 7PM, 7PM to 7AM, and around-the-clock 24/7 coverage.
Unit and setting
Wound-Care · Home Health
License
RN license
Term
Local Contract
Do you qualify?
Also asks
Competence in infection control and aseptic techniqueCompetence in infection control protocols and aseptic techniques essential for safe home healthcare delivery
Preferred
Experience
Hospice & palliative medicine experienceKnowledge of Workers' Compensation law related to workplace injuries; experience in hospice & palliative medicine preferred
Below most Texas agency postingsTexas agency postings that state pay run $32/hr to $55/hr, the middle half $35/hr to $45/hr, across 101 postings.
The role and schedule
Charting
Cerner or AthenahealthDocument all patient interactions accurately using electronic health records (EHR) systems like Cerner or Athenahealth while maintaining HIPAA compliance
Day to day
Skilled nursing care in patients' homes during assigned shiftsProvide skilled nursing care in patients’ homes during assigned shifts, ensuring safety and comfort at all times
Day to day
Administer medications, including injections and IV infusionsAdminister medications, including injections and IV infusions, following strict aseptic techniques and medical protocols
Day to day
Patient assessments, vital signs monitoring, and physical examinationsConduct thorough patient assessments, vital signs monitoring, and physical examinations to inform ongoing care plans
Day to day
Tracheostomy care, ventilator management, catheterization, and ostomy careManage complex medical procedures such as tracheostomy care, ventilator management, catheterization, and ostomy care
Day to day
Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams on individualized care plansCollaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to develop and update individualized care plans aligned with patients’ needs
Day to day
Document all patient interactions in EHR systems while maintaining HIPAA compliance
Day to day
Respond promptly to emergent situations using critical care response proceduresRespond promptly to emergent situations such as acute pain episodes or trauma incidents, utilizing critical care response procedures
Day to day
Educate patients and family members on medication, wound care, mobility, and disease managementEducate patients and family members on medication administration, wound care, mobility assistance, and disease management strategies
Day to day
Ensure infection control practices prevent hospital-acquired infections in the homeEnsure infection control practices are rigorously followed to prevent hospital-acquired infections in the home setting
Day to day
Coordinate discharge planning and long-term care for patients transitioning from hospital or assisted livingCoordinate discharge planning and long-term care strategies for patients transitioning from hospital or assisted living facilities
Charting
Cerner or eClinicalWorksProficiency in using EMR/EHR systems such as Cerner or eClinicalWorks for accurate documentation and medical records management
Hours stated
Shifts from 7AM to 7PM, 7PM to 7AM, and around-the-clock 24/7 coverage.
Join our dedicated team as a Private Duty Registered Nurse (RN) providing exceptional in-home care tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient. This dynamic role offers flexible scheduling options, including shifts from 7AM to 7PM, 7PM to 7AM, and around-the-clock 24/7 coverage. As a vital member of our healthcare family, you will deliver comprehensive nursing services in a compassionate, patient-centered environment, empowering individuals to maintain independence and quality of life within their homes. Your expertise will directly impact patient outcomes by delivering personalized care with enthusiasm and professionalism.
Duties
Provide skilled nursing care in patients’ homes during assigned shifts, ensuring safety and comfort at all times
Administer medications, including injections and IV infusions, following strict aseptic techniques and medical protocols
Conduct thorough patient assessments, vital signs monitoring, and physical examinations to inform ongoing care plans
Manage complex medical procedures such as tracheostomy care, ventilator management, catheterization, and ostomy care
Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to develop and update individualized care plans aligned with patients’ needs
Document all patient interactions accurately using electronic health records (EHR) systems like Cerner or Athenahealth while maintaining HIPAA compliance
Respond promptly to emergent situations such as acute pain episodes or trauma incidents, utilizing critical care response procedures
Educate patients and family members on medication administration, wound care, mobility assistance, and disease management strategies
Ensure infection control practices are rigorously followed to prevent hospital-acquired infections in the home setting
Coordinate discharge planning and long-term care strategies for patients transitioning from hospital or assisted living facilities
Skills
Extensive experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, dementia, or memory care needs
Proficiency in using EMR/EHR systems such as Cerner or eClinicalWorks for accurate documentation and medical records management
Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and diagnostic evaluation techniques including laboratory experience and specimen processing
Skilled in performing advanced procedures such as suturing, tube feeding management, laboratory specimen collection, and sterile processing techniques
Familiarity with critical care environments including ICU or trauma center experience; capable of managing acute pain and emergency response procedures
Ability to operate medical equipment like ventilators, infusion pumps, Hoyer lifts, and telemetry monitors effectively
Knowledge of Workers' Compensation law related to workplace injuries; experience in hospice & palliative medicine preferred
Excellent patient assessment skills combined with compassionate communication tailored for diverse populations including pediatrics and geriatrics
Competence in infection control protocols and aseptic techniques essential for safe home healthcare delivery
Strong organizational skills for managing multiple patients across various shifts while adhering to NCQA standards and ICD coding requirements
Join us if you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference through personalized nursing care! We value energetic professionals eager to bring their expertise into the home environment—delivering compassionate service that transforms lives every day.
Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour Work Location: In person
Neighborhoods+Nurses and relocating professionals in Tomball tend to choose between historic central pockets and rapidly expanding master-planned subdivisions. Old Town Tomball offers character with older homes within walking distance of Main Street shops and local eateries. For newer construction with full amenity complexes, master-planned developments like Amira stand out with resort-style clubhouses, fitness facilities, and trails, while Rosehill Reserve and Raburn Reserve offer established or lower-density residential living. Those seeking established suburban subdivisions often look toward Villages at North Point, located southwest of State Highway 249 and inside the Grand Parkway, offering mature settings, community pools, and walking trails.
Nurses and relocating professionals in Tomball tend to choose between historic central pockets and rapidly expanding master-planned subdivisions. Old Town Tomball offers character with older homes within walking distance of Main Street shops and local eateries.
For newer construction with full amenity complexes, master-planned developments like Amira stand out with resort-style clubhouses, fitness facilities, and trails, while Rosehill Reserve and Raburn Reserve offer established or lower-density residential living. Those seeking established suburban subdivisions often look toward Villages at North Point, located southwest of State Highway 249 and inside the Grand Parkway, offering mature settings, community pools, and walking trails.
Getting around+Commuting locally within Tomball or along State Highway 249 is straightforward, but traveling inbound toward central Houston or the Texas Medical Center is widely considered grueling. Public transit is virtually nonexistent aside from distant park-and-ride commuter options, making personal vehicle ownership essential. Major thoroughfares framing the area include State Highway 249, the Grand Parkway (State Highway 99), and Kuykendahl Road, which provide quick regional connections east toward The Woodlands or south across Greater Houston, though rush-hour highway congestion is a constant factor.
Commuting locally within Tomball or along State Highway 249 is straightforward, but traveling inbound toward central Houston or the Texas Medical Center is widely considered grueling. Public transit is virtually nonexistent aside from distant park-and-ride commuter options, making personal vehicle ownership essential.
Major thoroughfares framing the area include State Highway 249, the Grand Parkway (State Highway 99), and Kuykendahl Road, which provide quick regional connections east toward The Woodlands or south across Greater Houston, though rush-hour highway congestion is a constant factor.
Outdoors+Outdoor recreation centers around large regional parks and waterways. Burroughs Park spans over 300 acres northeast of downtown, providing extensive nature trails, a stocked fishing lake, sports fields, a dog park, and an 18-hole disc golf course. West of Highway 249, Spring Creek Park offers more than 100 acres featuring forested walking paths, camping and RV facilities, an archery range, and another disc golf course. In addition, the 50-mile Spring Creek waterway provides popular corridors for fishing, paddling, and bird watching throughout the year.
Outdoor recreation centers around large regional parks and waterways. Burroughs Park spans over 300 acres northeast of downtown, providing extensive nature trails, a stocked fishing lake, sports fields, a dog park, and an 18-hole disc golf course.
West of Highway 249, Spring Creek Park offers more than 100 acres featuring forested walking paths, camping and RV facilities, an archery range, and another disc golf course. In addition, the 50-mile Spring Creek waterway provides popular corridors for fishing, paddling, and bird watching throughout the year.
Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
Living in Tomball
Tomball offers healthcare professionals a rare blend of preserved Texas railroad history and modern suburban convenience northwest of Houston. Anchored around a walkable Old Town with brick storefronts along Main Street, the city provides an inviting social fabric centered around institutions like Tejas Chocolate Craftory, Fire Ant Brewing Company, and intimate live music at Main Street Crossing. For shift workers seeking downtime outdoors, Burroughs Park and Spring Creek Park deliver hundreds of acres of trails, disc golf, and fishing lakes right in town. Residential life ranges from historic downtown homes to amenity-rich master-planned communities like Amira and Rosehill Reserve, both favored for community fitness centers and resort pools. However, prospective relocators must weigh location tradeoffs carefully: while local healthcare facilities along State Highway 249 are easily reached, commuting inbound toward central Houston or the Texas Medical Center involves heavy traffic, and public transit is practically absent. For nurses seeking strong public schools through Tomball ISD and a tight-knit community pace without giving up easy retail access, Tomball serves as a balanced suburban home base.
