Registered Nurse - Night Shift

• Patient experience & advocacy
• Advocates for residents to ensure individualized, compassionate, and comprehensive care
• Promotes resident and family engagement in care planning and decision-making
• Communicates proactively with families and caregivers, providing updates and addressing concerns
• Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and respect for diverse patient populations

• Quality assurance & compliance
• Ensures compliance with all healthcare regulations, policies, and nursing standards
• Promotes a culture of patient safety and identifies opportunities for improvement
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and best-practice implementation
• Adheres to the Texas Nurse Practice Act and BON standards at all times

• Professional growth & education
• Completes all required annual education and competency validations
• Maintains current knowledge of nursing standards, behavioral health trends, and best practices
• Participates in continuing education and professional development activities
• Engages in self-assessment, peer review, and staff education opportunities

• Resource stewardship
• Uses medical supplies, medications, and equipment responsibly and efficiently
• Supports accurate documentation for billing and regulatory compliance
• Collaborates with the care team to deliver cost-effective, high-quality care
• Performs other duties as assigned

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Position qualifications

• Education
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing program required
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

• Experience
• Minimum of 2 years experience in an inpatient hospital or rehabilitation setting preferred
• 1–2 years of pediatric nursing experience preferred
• Experience with behavioral health and/or medically complex patients strongly preferred

• SKILLS
• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to manage acute medical issues and behavioral health situations
• Effective communication with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams
• Proficient in de-escalation techniques and behavioral health support
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize in a dynamic environment
• Competent in EHR systems and clinical documentation

• Licensure & certifications
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Texas
• BLS (AHA or Red Cross) – required
• ACLS – required per unit standards
• PALS – required per unit standards
• De-escalation training within 30 days of hire
• All certifications must remain current and in good standing