Pediatric RN- Night Shift
About The Position
The Registered Nurse provides direct nursing care to children and adolescents with autism, developmental disabilities, and behavioral health needs. The RN works as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, consistent, and compassionate care while maintaining the structured environment needed by this patient population. The role requires strong clinical judgment, patience, and the ability to work with patients who may have behavioral, emotional, or developmental challenges. Nexus Children’s Hospital – Houston provides structured inpatient care for children ages 4 to 18 with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other intellectual or developmental disabilities. Its program focuses on behavioral stability, communication development, and daily living skills, with an interdisciplinary team working with patients and families to improve social functioning and support community reintegration.
Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Texas.
- BLS certification.
- ACLS and PALS certification required within 45 days of hire.
- De-escalation training required within 30 days of hire.
- Associate Degree in Nursing.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary clinical team.
- Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.
- Comfort working in a structured behavioral environment.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Experience with pediatric, behavioral health, developmental disabilities, or inpatient care.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care in accordance with physician orders and individualized care plans.
- Administer medications, treatments, and medical interventions safely and accurately.
- Monitor patient health status, behavior, and emotional presentation.
- Support behavioral interventions and structured treatment plans.
- Respond to behavioral escalations using approved de-escalation techniques.
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, behavioral specialists, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Educate families on treatment plans, medications, and behavioral strategies.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
- Follow Nexus policies, HIPAA standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Support patient safety initiatives and quality improvement activities.
- Promote a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for all patients.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
