Contract Registered Nurse (RN)

Description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states.

We are seeking a Contract Registered Nurse (RN) in Dallas, TX to deliver high-quality nursing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in community-based settings. The RN will utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation while collaborating with individuals, families, and interdisciplinary team members.

This is a contract position. Hours and scheduling will be determined based on program needs and contract terms.

Starting Pay: $37.00 per hour

Responsibilities

Clinical Care & Health Management

• Provide treatment and health care procedures ordered by a physician and required by professional nursing standards or applicable regulations
• Ensure individuals attend medical appointments as outlined in their Individual Support Plan (ISP)
• Conduct nursing assessments and follow-up visits as needed
• Monitor health and medical conditions of individuals and make referrals for medical services when appropriate
• Administer medications and provide medication management as needed
• Provide health teaching and support individuals in developing self-care and safety skills

Documentation & Care Coordination

• Create and distribute medical/health reports summarizing general health status, goals, and physician recommendations
• Develop and update Individual Support Plans (ISP) and Person-Centered Plans (PCP) with the interdisciplinary team, documenting concerns, observations, and behavioral developments
• Monitor medication administration logs and ensure compliance with medication protocols
• Ensure accurate transcription of physician orders and medically related documentation
• Ensure health-related appointments are scheduled, completed, and followed up on appropriately

Training & Support

• Conduct programmatic trainings, including medication administration and delegation
• Train staff on the medical needs of assigned individuals
• Provide new staff training, annual recertification, and competency validation for health and safety topics

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Report all incidents in accordance with operational procedures and regulatory standards
• Follow all policies and procedures required by operational, state, and regulatory guidelines
• Complete supervisory visits as required, including review of care plans, caregiver competency assessments, and documentation audits
• Complete daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual nursing documentation as required
• Cooperate with licensing and regulatory staff during inspections, inquiries, or investigations
• Attend meetings, in-services, and trainings as requested

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent nursing experience
• Minimum of one year of experience providing nursing services to individuals with disabilities
• Valid Registered Nurse (R.N.) license in good standing
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Strong understanding of and commitment to community-based support for persons with disabilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Contract engagement is contingent upon successful completion of background checks, central registry checks, child abuse registry checks, RN License and drug screening

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity EmployerM/F/D/V

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