JOB SUMMARY The registered nurse plans, organizes and directs/coordinates home care services and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individuals and families within their homes and communities. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Patient Care Develops and initiates the plan of care and assumes responsibility for the ongoing interdisciplinary assessment and development of the individualized plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s) Initiates proper preventative and rehabilitative nursing procedures and provides services that are ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care Provides patient, caregiver, and family counseling Provides patient and caregiver education Prepares clinical notes Communicates with the physician who is responsible for the home health plan of care and other health care practitioners (as appropriate) related to the current home health plan of care. Identifies discharge planning needs as part of the care plan development and implements prior to discharge of the patient. Communication Prepares clinical notes and updates the primary physician when necessary and at least every sixty days. Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports any changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physician’s orders as required. Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan. Additional Duties Participating in the HHA's quality assessment and performance improvement program and HHA-sponsored in-service training. Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy. Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available. Instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care provided every two (2) weeks. Supervises Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)/ Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) and/or Home Health Aids (HHAs)/Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), as directed. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee of this job. The employee may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description. JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities) Must have graduated from an approved school of nursing and be licensed in the state where practicing. Minimum of two years of experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health or home care nursing is preferred. Maintains a current CPR certification. The ability to drive and/or have access to transportation for agency related travel (e.g. community partners, patients, etc.) is an essential function of the job. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, maintain automobile insurance coverage and have access to an automobile. Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision. Demonstrates excellent observation, problem solving, verbal and written communication skills; nursing skills per competency checklist. Shows ability to organize and prioritize workload independently. Management experience not required. Responsible for supervising home health aides. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position, or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills. The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.
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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.
About This Employer
Frontier Hospice
is a Parent Agency located in Benbrook, TX at 6410 Southwest Blvd, Suite 127.
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.
Facility Snapshot
Facility TypeParent Agency
6410 Southwest Blvd, Suite 127, Benbrook, TX 76109