Registered Nurse - PRN

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PRN Professional San Antonio, TX, US

2 days ago Requisition

Nexus Neurorecovery Center | San Antonio, TX
Schedule: variable shifts available

Nexus Neurorecovery Center is a female adolescent residential treatment center located in the heart of San Antonio. Our post-acute, community-like setting supports residents navigating mental and behavioral health challenges
, along with co-occurring medical needs
.

What we offer is different from any other residential treatment center. At Nexus, we focus on healing the whole person
—mind, body, and spirit—within a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment. Our interdisciplinary teams partner closely with residents and families to help young individuals work toward meaningful recovery goals in a supportive residential setting.
Mending minds is what we do.

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct, high-quality nursing care to adolescent residents with medical and behavioral health needs. Working overnight as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team, the RN delivers holistic, patient-centered care in accordance with the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) Nurse Practice Act, regulatory requirements, and Nexus Health Systems policies.

This role requires strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, patient advocacy, and the ability to support residents in a safe, structured, and therapeutic residential environment.

Supports and communicates the Mission, Vision, and Values of Nexus Health Systems

Upholds standards of conduct, ethical behavior, and corporate compliance

Maintains confidentiality and protects all PHI in compliance with HIPAA

Collaborates effectively with colleagues and interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless care delivery

Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and respect in all patient and staff interactions

Provides nursing care to adolescent patients with medical and behavioral health diagnoses using evidence-based practices

Administers medications, treatments, and interventions per physician orders and nursing standards

Monitors patient status and identifies changes requiring intervention or escalation

Collaborates with physicians, therapists, social workers, and behavioral health professionals to implement individualized care plans

Provides crisis intervention and utilizes de-escalation techniques when appropriate

Educates residents and families on medications, health conditions, and coping strategies

Coordinates care for residents with co-occurring medical and behavioral health needs

Ensures adherence to safety protocols, infection control standards, and documentation requirements

Accurately documents patient care in accordance with regulatory and facility standards

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

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

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

Uses medical supplies, medications, and equipment responsibly and efficiently

Supports accurate documentation for billing and…