Home Health RN Case Manager DFW area

University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Cent · Village, TX Full Time

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Home Health Case Manager - Field RN DFW Area WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report , we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! JOB SUMMARY 1. Provides direct nursing care, including patient observation and delivery of prescribed treatments. Conducts initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of home health patient needs, including OASIS assessments at appropriate time points. 2. Evaluates outcomes of patient care and identifies discharge planning needs. Consults with other disciplines as required. Adjusts nursing care processes as necessary. 3. Maintains patient records and charts to ensure accurate record of treatment, including med profile, care plan, communication notes, etc. 4. Provides instructions to patients/families for use of products and services utilizing nursing process to address learning needs. 5. Prepares, administers, monitors, and discontinues IV fluids. Accesses IV delivery system (ie. peripheral IV start, implant cath, broviac, etc.). 6. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician. BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits! EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required Education Graduate of accredited nursing program. Experience 2 years of RN experience with one (1) year experience with adult IV expertise required. Licenses and Certifications (RN) REGISTERED NURSE by Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas (or BNE Compact State). and (DRIVERS) DRIVERS LICENSE Valid Texas driver's license, proof of driver's insurance. and (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT accredited course by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) Preferred Education Bachelor's Degree - BSN Experience Other RN experience including high tech and home health expertise preferred. Prefer knowledge of InterQual and TMF care criteria. JOB DUTIES Provides direct nursing care, including patient observation and delivery of presc

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Nursing roles in senior living are fundamentally different from hospital nursing. Most positions involve building long-term relationships with the same residents over months or years rather than cycling through new patients every shift. Facilities in the DFW area typically require an active Texas RN or LVN license, current CPR/BLS certification, and many prefer at least one year of geriatric or long-term care experience.

Shift patterns vary widely — some facilities run traditional 8-hour shifts (day, evening, night), while others use 12-hour rotations. Weekend and holiday coverage is almost always part of the schedule. The nurse-to-resident ratio in assisted living is generally more favorable than in hospitals, but you will likely be the highest-level clinical staff on the floor during your shift, which means more autonomy and more responsibility for clinical judgment calls.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the DFW area.

A typical shift starts with medication pass and resident assessments. You will review overnight notes from the previous shift, check vitals for residents on your watch list, and coordinate with CNAs on any changes in condition. Mid-shift usually involves documentation, family communication, and working with physicians on care plan updates — often by phone or telehealth rather than in-person rounds.

Depending on the facility, you may also handle admissions paperwork, manage wound care, supervise medication techs, and respond to emergencies. The documentation load in senior living is significant — state surveys and compliance requirements mean thorough charting is non-negotiable. Many nurses in this setting say the most rewarding part is knowing their residents personally and being able to notice subtle changes that a rotating hospital nurse might miss.

DFW Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Registered Nurse positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of $48.76/hr ($101,421/yr). The typical range is $39.25 – $53.19/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $73,403/yr

DFW Median $101,421/yr

Experienced (90th) $129,709/yr

vs. National Median +4.0%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by DFW Senior Living Guide.