In Home Registered Nurse

BrightStar Care of Denton · Lake Bridgeport, TX Full Time
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Job Description

Are you looking for a part-time Registered Nurse job where you can make a difference in a person’s life? Do you want to work for a home care agency in the Bridgeport, TX area that genuinely cares about you? Then BrightStar Care has the job for you! BrightStar Care is seeking a Registered Nurse to care for our patients in Bridgeport and facilitate their speedy recovery. You will be responsible for educating them and their families on prevention and healthy habits. The ideal candidate will be a responsible and well-trained professional able to give the best nursing care with little supervision. This position will be for 8 - 12 hour shifts. RN Benefits: Competitive pay starting at $45 - $50 per hour Weekly pay Flexible schedule – work as many or as few hours as you like! All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided at no cost Mileage reimbursement Free continuing education In-home and facility shifts available Mobile technology to access schedule and case documentation One-to-one patient care Responsibilities Monitor patient’s condition and assess their needs to provide the best possible care and advice Perform routine procedures (blood pressure measurements, administering injections etc.) and fill in patients’ charts Adjust and administer patient’s medication and provide treatments according to physician’s orders Provide instant medical care in emergencies Counsel client and family through care process while updating the family on a regular basis Foster a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients and their families Skills: Proven experience as a registered nurse Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures Excellent knowledge of emergency care In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination etc.) and willingness to follow them at all times A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills Responsible and compassionate Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills Patient with excellent problem-solving skills Requirements: Current unrestricted license as a registered nurse in the state of Texas Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing. Wound care experience is preferred Proficiency in IV Skills and Central Line (PICC/PORT) care is required Certified CPR and negative TB skin test or chest x-ray Minimum one (1) year of documented experience required in a home health agency, primary care clinic or health facility, preferred. Three to five years is preferred Possess exceptional nursing assessment skills Analytic/Critical thinker. Licensed driver with valid automobile insurance Ability to work on weekends, nights and holidays Reliable transportation Must be able to stand walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull. Varied assistance is required depending on the mobility of the client. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds BrightStar Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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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.

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