Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Care - Flex

Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) - Make a Difference Where It Matters Most About the Role BrightStar Care is looking for a compassionate, skilled, and dependable Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) to join our growing clinical team serving Paris, TX, and surrounding communities .
As a Home Health RN, you’ll have the opportunity to provide meaningful, one-on-one care to patients in the comfort of their own homes. This role is ideal for a nurse who values autonomy, clinical variety, relationship-building, and making a direct impact on patients and their families.
You’ll provide skilled nursing care, complete comprehensive assessments, manage complex clinical needs, educate patients and caregivers, and work closely with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team to help patients achieve the best possible outcomes.
What You’ll Do Clinical Care & Patient Assessment Complete Start of Care (SOC), Recertification, Resumption of Care, Evaluation, and Discharge visits
Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualized plans of care
Monitor patient conditions, identify changes in health status, and communicate concerns appropriately
Support patients recovering from hospitalization, managing chronic conditions, or requiring ongoing skilled nursing care
Promote patient safety, independence, and quality of life in the home setting
Skilled Nursing Services Provide a variety of skilled nursing procedures based on patient needs and physician orders
Perform wound assessments and wound care , including monitoring healing progress and recognizing signs of infection or complications
Provide catheter care and management , including urinary catheter care and patient/caregiver education
Perform laboratory specimen collection and lab draws as ordered
Administer medications and monitor effectiveness and potential adverse reactions
Assist with disease management and post-hospital recovery
Provide infection prevention and control education
Monitor medical conditions and elevate changes in condition appropriately
Care Coordination Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, patients, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to promote continuity of care
Participate in case conferences and care plan updates
Communicate patient progress, concerns, and changes in condition to the appropriate members of the care team
Therapy Evaluations & Referrals Assess patients for appropriate home health services
Identify needs for Physical Therapy (PT), Occupational Therapy (OT), and Speech Therapy (ST)
Coordinate therapy evaluations and ongoing services as appropriate
Patient & Caregiver Education Help patients and their caregivers feel confident managing care at home by providing education on:
Disease processes and symptom management
Medication management
Wound care
Catheter care
Infection prevention
Fall prevention and home safety
Self-management strategies
Medical equipment and device use
When to report changes in condition
Documentation & Compliance Complete accurate and timely electronic documentation
Maintain thorough clinical records and care plans
Follow home health regulations, agency policies, and professional nursing standards
Maintain HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality
Ensure care is provided according to physician orders and the established plan of care
Qualifications Required: Current Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
Current CPR/BLS certification
Minimum 1 year of nursing experience
Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Valid driver's license
Reliable transportation and current auto insurance
Preferred: Previous home health experience
Experience completing Start of Care (SOC) assessments
Wound care experience
Catheter care experience
Experience with lab draws/specimen collection
Knowledge of Medicare home health guidelines
Experience with electronic medical records (EMR)
What We’re Looking For We’re looking for an RN who is:
Compassionate and patient-focused
Confident working independently in the home setting
Organized and dependable
Comfortable managing a variety of clinical needs
A strong communicator and team player
Committed to providing exceptional, high-quality care
What We Offer Flexible scheduling
Competitive pay
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Supportive clinical team
Mileage reimbursement, if applicable
The opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients and families
Work Location Patient homes throughout Paris, TX, and the surrounding assigned service area .
Make an Impact Beyond the Hospital If you’re an RN who enjoys building relationships, using your clinical skills, and helping patients recover and maintain their independence at home, we’d love to have you join the BrightStar Care team.
Bring your skills, compassion, and dedication to a role where the care you provide can make a meaningful difference every day.

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