Pediatric RN - Day or Night Shift

Registered nurse (Rn)

Nexus Children’s Hospital – The Woodlands Schedule: 12-hour shift | Day or Night Shift

About nexus children’s hospital – the woodlands

Nexus Children’s Hospital in The Woodlands provides specialized inpatient care for children and adolescents diagnosed with Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS). PWS is a genetic disorder that can affect appetite regulation, behavior, emotional control, and developmental functioning, requiring a highly structured and closely supervised treatment environment.

Our program focuses on behavioral management, medical stability, and skill development in a supportive inpatient setting. Our interdisciplinary team works closely with patients and their families to promote safety, independence, and improved quality of life through individualized treatment plans and evidence-based care.

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Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct nursing care to pediatric patients with Prader-Willi Syndrome and other complex medical and behavioral conditions. The RN works as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate care while maintaining the structured environment required for this patient population.

This role requires strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and comfort working with patients who may have developmental, behavioral, and medical complexities.

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• 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
• Maintain structured environments, including supervision related to food security protocols
• Respond to behavioral escalations using approved de-escalation techniques
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, behavioral specialists, and dietitians
• 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 all regulatory requirements