Job Description
Description
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 Amarillo, 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.
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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Numbers & Facts
| Location | Amarillo, Texas |
| Industry | Nonprofit Charitable Organizations |
| Company Size | 5,000 to 9,999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1989 |
| Website | http://www.comop.org |
Benefits
Performance Bonus, Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Transportation Allowance, Tuition Reimbursement, Vehicle Allowance, Life Insurance, Merchandise Discounts
About Company
Community Options’ mission is to develop housing and employment supports for persons with disabilities.
Community Options believes in the dignity of every person, and in the freedom of all people to experience the highest degree of self-determination. Embracing this philosophy, Community Options works with individuals with significant disabilities through residential services, day programs, social enterprises that employ individuals with disabilities, high school transition programs, and specialized programs for respite and medically fragile adults. As a national agency, Community Options seeks to promote the inclusion of people with disabilities in the community through person centered and natural supports, and collaboration with community partners to increase accessibility to services. Community Options does not administer any large congregate programs, recognizing that people with the most severe disabilities need environments, equipment, clinical and staff support that are tailored to their very specific needs. In its history, the agency has developed a reputation for quality, cost effective administration that encourages individual choice and flexibility.
We currently operate in 11 states:
- Arizona
- Kentucky
- Maryland
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Pennsylvania
- South Carolina
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
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