Registered Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Bilingual (English/Spanish-French-Mandarin-Korean) abilities are a plus but not required.

This is a fully therapeutic environment and requires attentiveness at all times.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our team at a therapeutic residential treatment facility serving girls who have experienced emotional dysregulation and complex trauma. The ideal candidate will bring strong nursing judgment, a commitment to trauma-informed care, and the ability to build trust with adolescents who may be wary of adults and medical settings. This part-time role oversees resident health care, medication management, and health-related training for direct care staff. The RN works closely with the clinical team, direct care staff, and outside medical and psychiatric providers to ensure comprehensive care and positive outcomes for our residents.

Important: Please review the following workplace expectations before applying. Our facility operates under strict Texas HHSC licensing standards, and our policies reflect the safety and therapeutic needs of the youth we serve:

• Personal cell phones are not permitted in resident areas and must be stored in a designated secure area. Smart watches are permitted.
• No personal items, purses, bags, or outside food/drinks are permitted in resident areas.
• Sharing personal information, social media accounts, or contact information with residents is strictly prohibited.
• This is a secured perimeter facility. Doors are locked, staff carry keys, and residents do not have free access to leave the premises.
• Medications and medical supplies must be secured at all times according to facility protocol.
• Professional dress code is enforced at all times. Plain scrubs or plain tops and bottoms.
• Staff must be prepared to respond to behavioral crises and complete required health checks following physical interventions (training provided).
• On-call availability may be required for medication and health-related questions from staff.

If you are called to purposeful, life-changing work with vulnerable youth in a structured therapeutic setting, we want to hear from you.

Duties

• Complete nursing assessments at admission and as health needs change
• Oversee medication administration, storage, counts, and Medication Administration Records (MARs)
• Train and check off direct care staff on medication administration and health procedures
• Monitor residents on psychotropic medications for effectiveness and side effects, and communicate concerns to prescribers
• Coordinate medical, dental, vision, and psychiatric appointments and follow-up care
• Complete health assessments following emergency behavior interventions and document as required
• Respond to illness, injury, and medical emergencies according to established protocols
• Maintain accurate health records in compliance with licensing and accreditation standards
• Provide health education to residents, including hygiene, nutrition, sleep, and substance use topics
• Participate in treatment team meetings and contribute to individual service plans
• Model calm, consistent, trauma-informed interactions with residents

Experience

• Active Texas RN license (or multistate compact license) in good standing
• Minimum of one year nursing experience; pediatric, adolescent, psychiatric, or residential treatment experience strongly preferred
• Experience with trauma-impacted youth, particularly in foster care or juvenile justice settings, preferred
• Current CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
• Negative TB screening
• Valid Texas driver’s license with clean driving record
• Ability to pass comprehensive background checks including FBI, DFPS, and abuse registries
• Strong documentation and computer skills for maintaining health records
• Understanding of adolescent development, trauma responses, and therapeutic milieu principles
• Demonstrated skills in patience, empathy, and maintaining composure under stress

Ability to Commute:

• Waco, TX 76710 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Waco, TX 76710: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person