Contract Registered Nurse (RN)
Community Options, Inc.
Pflugerville, TX
Posted Jul 30 · Not open to new grads
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Per Diem
- Setting
- Community Health
- Accepts
- RN
- Experience
- 1+ years
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About this role
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are seeking a Contract Registered Nurse (RN) in Austin, TX to deliver high‑quality nursing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in community-based settings. The RN will utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation while collaborating with individuals, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
This is a contract position. Hours and scheduling will be determined based on program needs and contract terms.
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Responsibilities
Clinical Care & Health Management
Provide treatment and health care procedures ordered by a physician and required by professional nursing standards or applicable regulations
Ensure individuals attend medical appointments as outlined in their Individual Support Plan (ISP)
Conduct nursing assessments and follow-up visits as needed
Monitor health and medical conditions of individuals and make referrals for medical services when appropriate
Administer medications and provide medication management as needed
Provide health teaching and support individuals in developing self‑care and safety skills
Documentation & Care Coordination
Create and distribute medical/health reports summarizing general health status, goals, and physician recommendations
Develop and update Individual Support Plans (ISP) and Person-Centered Plans (PCP) with the interdisciplinary team, documenting concerns, observations, and behavioral developments
Monitor medication administration logs and ensure compliance with medication protocols
Ensure accurate transcription of physician orders and medically related documentation
Ensure health‑related appointments are scheduled, completed, and followed up on appropriately
Training & Support
Conduct programmatic trainings, including medication administration and delegation
Train staff on the medical needs of assigned individuals
Provide new staff training, annual recertification, and competency validation for health and safety topics
Compliance & Quality Assurance
Report all incidents in accordance with operational procedures and regulatory standards
Follow all policies and procedures required by operational, state, and regulatory guidelines
Complete supervisory visits as required, including review of care plans, caregiver competency assessments, and documentation audits
Complete daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual nursing documentation as required
Cooperate with licensing and regulatory staff during inspections, inquiries, or investigations
Attend meetings, in‑services, and trainings as requested
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent nursing experience
Minimum of one year of experience providing nursing services to individuals with disabilities
Valid Registered Nurse (R. N.) license in good standing
Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
Strong understanding of and commitment to community‑based support for persons with disabilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Contract engagement is contingent upon successful completion of background checks, central registry checks, child abuse registry checks, RN License and drug screening
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent nursing experience
- Minimum of one year of experience providing nursing services to individuals with disabilities
- Valid Registered Nurse (R. N.) license in good standing
- Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
- Strong understanding of and commitment to community‑based support for persons with disabilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Contract engagement is contingent upon successful completion of background checks, central registry checks, child abuse registry checks, RN License and drug screening
- Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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Place
- City
- Pflugerville, TX
- Median rent
- $1,932/mo
- Local household income
- $117,799/yr
- State price level
- 3% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities
all local households, not nurse pay
Texas index 97.1, where 100 is the national average.
Pflugerville sits just northeast of Austin, offering a family-friendly suburban vibe with easy access to the capital's healthcare and tech corridors. Lake Pflugerville provides a local spot for trails and outdoor downtime between shifts. A practical home base for nurses who want metro-area opportunities without living in the city core.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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