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Contract Registered Nurse (RN)

Community Options, Inc.

Pflugerville, TX

Posted Jul 30 · Not open to new grads

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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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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.) licens…· from this posting

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
  • #IND-AU

Place

City
Pflugerville, TX
Median rent
$1,932/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities

Local household income
$117,799/yr

all local households, not nurse pay

State price level
3% below the national average

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.

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