Registered Nurse (RN)

Interim HealthCare•Houston, TX

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Interim HealthCare is hiring a Home Health Registered Nurse to provide one-on-one, home-based nursing care to patients in SE Houston, Texas. The role offers flexible assignments, autonomy, and a hybrid work arrangement. Nurses work with physicians and oversee LPNs, CNAs, and aides while supporting patients recovering from illness, injury, chronic disease, or a stay in a hospital, rehabilitation center, or nursing facility. The position also includes reviewing clinical documentation and patient records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with home health standards and regulations.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Active RN license in Texas.
At least 1 year of nursing experience in home healthcare.
CPR certification.
Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations.
Clinical proficiency in a nursing specialty.
Strong communication skills and compassion.

Responsibilities

Provide home-based care to patients with illnesses, injuries, and chronic diseases, often after discharge from a hospital, rehabilitation center, or nursing facility.
Work with physicians and oversee LPNs, CNAs, and aides providing patient care.
Perform quality audits of clinical documentation and patient records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with home health standards and regulations.
Examine patients, conduct assessments, document progress, and report changes to physicians.
Educate patients about their plan of care, prescribed medication, therapy, diet, and exercise.
Coach family members on the patient’s plan of care, medication, and home safety.
Ensure patient goals are met and coordinate discharge from services.