About this opportunity
Nexus Health Systems lists this Pediatric RN- Night Shift opportunity in houston, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Pediatric RN- Night Shift
Full Time Professional - Houston, TX, US
Registered Nurse (RN)
Nexus Children’s Hospital – Houston – Schedule: 12-hour shifts | Day or Night Shift | Full-Time or PRN
About Nexus Children’s Hospital – Houston
Nexus Children’s Hospital – Houston provides structured inpatient care for children ages 4 to 18 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD). Located in Houston’s Westchase District, our bright, home-lie environment offers a safe and supportive setting where children can grow, stabilize, and build the skills needed for success.
Our program focuses on behavioral stability, communication development, and daily living skills. Our interdisciplinary team works closely with patients and families to reduce aggressive behaviors, improve social functioning, and help each child successfully reintegrate into their community - because at Nexus, we’re mending minds.
Position Summary
The Registered Nurse (RN) 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 ensure safe, consistent, and compassionate care while maintaining the structured environment required for this patient population.
This role requires strong clinical judgment, patience, and the ability to work with patients who may have behavioral, emotional, or developmental challenges.
Key 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
Qualifications
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Texas required
BLS certification required
ACLS and PALS required within 45 days of hire
De-escalation training required within 30 days of hire
Associate Degree in Nursing required, BSN preferred
New graduates are welcome to apply
Experience with pediatric, behavioral health, developmental disabilities , or inpatient care preferred
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary clinical team
Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care
Comfort working in a structured behavioral environment
Our Core Values: GOPTIC
Genuine – We act with honesty, integrity, and empathy in all interactions.
Ownership – We take responsibility for our actions and celebrate our shared success.
Positivity – We create a hopeful and encouraging environment for every child and family.
Teamwork – We work together across disciplines to achieve the best outcomes.
Innovation – We constantly seek better, more creative ways to support healing and growth.
Compassion – We put our patients first, leading with kindness and understanding.
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Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
Who can apply
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