(kwh) RN Wound Care Nurse - Home Health- Beaumont/Port Arthur, TX and Surrounding Areas

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN) – Wound Care NurseFlexible Schedule | Weekly Pay | Beaumont, Port Arthur & Surrounding Areas

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse with a passion for wound care and helping patients heal in the comfort of their homes?

Join BrightStar Care of Kingwood/Humble and become part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care. We are seeking a skilled RN Wound Care Nurse to provide specialized wound, skin, and ostomy care throughout Beaumont, Port Arthur, and surrounding communities.

This role is ideal for a nurse who enjoys working independently, building meaningful relationships with patients, and utilizing clinical expertise to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

At BrightStar Care, we uphold a Higher Standard of Care by supporting both our clients and our clinicians. We provide comprehensive training, clinical support, and the resources needed to help you feel confident, safe, and successful in your role.

Why Join BrightStar Care?

• Flexible scheduling that supports work-life balance

• Day, evening, and weekend opportunities available

• Weekly pay with direct deposit

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available for employees averaging 30+ hours per week

• IRA retirement plan

• Employee referral bonus program

• Career growth and advancement opportunities

• Mobile clock-in/out and electronic charting

• Free in-service training and continuing education

• Supportive clinical leadership team

• Personal protective equipment (PPE) provided

• Joint Commission Accredited organization

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) – Wound Care Nurse provides specialized wound, skin, ostomy, and continence care to patients in their homes. The RN is responsible for assessing wounds and skin integrity, developing and implementing care plans, monitoring healing progress, educating patients and caregivers, and collaborating with the healthcare team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive wound, skin, ostomy, and continence assessments

• Evaluate patient skin condition and wound care needs upon admission and on an ongoing basis

• Develop, implement, and update individualized wound care plans based on clinical findings and physician orders

• Establish measurable goals and recommend appropriate nursing interventions to promote healing and prevent complications

• Perform wound care treatments and dressing changes according to physician orders and evidence-based practices

• Monitor wound healing progress and identify changes requiring intervention

• Educate patients, family members, and caregivers on wound management, skin integrity, infection prevention, and treatment plans

• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding wound care recommendations and patient progress

• Communicate significant changes in patient condition to the Director of Nursing and other appropriate care team members

• Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely clinical documentation

• Adhere to agency policies, infection control standards, and nursing practice regulations

• Treat patients, families, caregivers, and team members with professionalism, courtesy, and respect

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license

• Current BLS/CPR Certification (in-person certification required)

• Negative TB skin test or chest X-ray within the past year

• Minimum one (1) year of documented nursing experience in a home health agency, primary care clinic, wound care clinic, hospital, or healthcare facility preferred

• Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing Certification (WOCN) preferred

• Strong wound assessment and treatment skills

• Knowledge of evidence-based wound care practices and skin integrity management

• Current and valid Texas Driver's License

• Current automobile insurance

• Reliable transportation

• Strong communication, assessment, and documentation skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, kneel, reach, twist, push, and pull throughout the workday

• Ability to safely assist patients as needed during care visits

• Ability to independently lift up to 50 pounds

Join Our Team

If you're a compassionate and clinically skilled Registered Nurse who is passionate about wound care and helping patients achieve better outcomes at home, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join a team that values clinical excellence, flexibility, and compassionate care.

BrightStar Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.