FT Assistant Director of Nursing - Houston Area
Listed on 2026-08-07
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Nursing
RN Nurse, Pediatric Nurse, Healthcare Nursing
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- Location 6440 Sands Point Drive,Houston, TX, 77081,United States
- Base Pay $48.00 - $48.00 / Hour
- Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
- Required Degree 4 Year Degree
- Manage Others Yes
- Name Human Resources
- Email re
OUR COMPANY:
Spark Pediatrics is the leading provider of PPEC Medical Daycare in the country. We provide critical care to hundreds of children and families daily. Our mission at Spark Pediatrics is to deliver exceptional and compassionate care to our pediatric patients. We believe in building strong partnerships with patients, families, physicians, and referral sources to create personalized treatment plans based on each child's unique needs.
We recognize the challenges of caring for a child with complex medical needs. Our dedicated team is committed to supporting children in reaching their full potential while offering guidance to their families. Our goal is to cultivate a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child receives the highest quality of care. Join us in making a difference in the lives of these special children and their loved o nes.
RequirementsESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
All duties and responsibilities are to be performed in accordance with CSI’s/Spark policies, procedures, guidelines, contractual commitments, and regulations.
- Assisting the Director of Nursing (DON) in ongoing nursing assessments and evaluations for children attending the center.
- Providing hands‑on patient care daily.
- Assisting in the development and implementation of care plans in conjunction with the care team.
- Delivering nursing services according to physician orders.
- Assisting the teaching, supervision, and counseling of patients, family members, and staff to foster confidence and competence in caring for children with special needs.
- Supporting effective relationships within the family dynamic.
- Assisting the DON in supervising and training other nursing services personnel.
- Assisting in implementing Quality Assurance (QA) activities to ensure care is delivered appropriately, and complies with company policies, state, and federal regulations.
- Assisting the DON in maintaining clinical records and personal files in compliance with company policies, state, and federal requirements.
- Collaborating with the DON and Marketing team to improve and maintain census within the center.
EDUCATION AND/OR
EXPERIENCE:
Level of education and/or experience to successfully accomplish the essential duties of the position.
- Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university; or three to five years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of two (2) years general pediatric nursing experience of which at least six (6) months must have been spent caring for medically fragile infants or children in a pediatric intensive care, neonatal intensive care, PPEC or similar care setting during the previous five (5) years.
- Current Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license is required.
- BLS certification is required.
- Knowledge of home healthcare regulations, policies and procedures.
- Strong leadership and managerial skills.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff and stakeholders.
- Proficient in computer skills and electronic medical record systems.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and staff.
- The physical demands of the position may include standing, walking, lifting, and carrying objects, and performing various patient care activities. The Assistant Director of Nursing may be required to participate in physical activities as needed.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) will support the Director of Nursing (DON) in complying with PPEC regulations, enacting service policies and procedures, assisting in the management of nursing staff, and coordinating patient care services. The role will be hands‑on with daily patient care and, if requested, may assist in developing and…
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