Registered Nurse (RN)

Compass Connections • Harlingen, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Compass Connections is hiring a compassionate and dependable Registered Nurse for its facility in Harlingen, Texas. The organization provides emergency shelter and group home placement for children while working toward family reunification. The RN provides nursing assessment, triage, treatment, medication management, health coordination, and documentation for children in care, following applicable regulations, agency policies, and program protocols. The role requires fluency in English and Spanish and a work schedule of 8 p.m. to 8 a.m., including availability to work weekends.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse license in good standing with the State of Texas Board of Nursing.
• At least one year of experience as a registered nurse.
• Fluency in English and Spanish.
• Current BLS certification; First Aid, CPR, and emergency behavior intervention certifications.
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens during employment.
• Provide proof of work eligibility upon request; applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. The company cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.
• Pass pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks.
• Work collaboratively with staff, service providers, and professionals.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally in English.
• Work in a fast-paced environment, make decisions based on program and service-population needs, and maintain emotional control and professional composure.
• Maintain computer literacy needed for the position.
• Work independently without intensive supervision and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of company policies and procedures.
• Provide a current physical-medical release and proof of immunizations, titers, or declinations for MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis A, Tetanus, and PPD.
• Be able to perform physical activity including extensive walking, stretching, and bending.
• Work effectively in a team environment and maintain professional oral, written, listening, and non-verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Pediatric nursing experience.
• PALS certification.
• Meningococcal immunization, titer, or declination.

Responsibilities

• Meet and maintain all applicable federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards.
• Provide triage services by assessing patient needs and symptoms, answering inquiries, providing patient teaching, and determining urgency and appropriate action.
• Generate, interpret, and correct medical documentation in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Perform nursing assessments, charting, appointment scheduling, routine and isolation observations, wellness checks, immunizations, medication administration, and required internal reports.
• Assess and monitor health conditions, assist with procedures, operate medical equipment, administer ordered vaccines, medications, and treatments, monitor for side effects and reactions, and educate patients and staff.
• Arrange and coordinate urgent, emergent, and preventative health services for children in care.
• Conduct health assessments under established protocols and accurately document findings in required facility systems and reports within required timeframes.
• Supervise, direct, and delegate medical services as appropriate; ensure healthcare-provider orders are carried out and monitor patient progress.
• Gather and clarify patients’ current condition and past medical history.
• Coordinate prescription medication orders with pharmacies, verify deliveries against orders, and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain adequate over-the-counter medication supplies and arrange proper disposal of unused or expired medications.
• Maintain current controlled-drug documentation and reconciliation in accordance with facility protocols.
• Administer prescribed medication and document it accurately and promptly in electronic medical records and the Medication Administration Record.
• Communicate health findings and concerns to the Certified Nurse Practitioner and Lead Medical Coordinator as needed.
• Collaborate with the Lead Medical Coordinator and other medical staff on individual care plans and provide nursing support to medical staff.
• Implement safety protocols, including evacuating with children and staff during emergencies.
• Protect confidential health records and information in accordance with HIPAA and company confidentiality and PII procedures.
• Plan, organize, and prioritize daily work using sound judgment.
• Monitor established healthcare plans within timelines set by state and federal partners.
• Recognize signs of abuse, neglect, exploitation, and sexually provocative behavior, and follow professional response, reporting, and documentation procedures.
• Meet agency, program, regulatory, and federal partner documentation and process requirements.
• Perform other assigned duties and address unforeseen needs to support program operations.

Benefits

• Benefits available from the first day of employment.
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plan options.
• Additional employer-sponsored benefits; applicants may ask their recruiter for a complete overview.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed