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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.
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.
Key Responsibilities
At Nexus, GOPTIC is more than a slogan—it’s the foundation of how we care for children and families!
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.
Before You Apply
Ask Yourself
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.
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.
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
- Support patient safety initiatives and quality improvement activities
- Promote a therapeutic, structured environment that supports patient progress
- 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
- Minimum 1–2 years of nursing experience preferred
- Pediatric, behavioral health, or inpatient experience strongly preferred
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary clinical team
- Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care
At Nexus, GOPTIC is more than a slogan—it’s the foundation of how we care for children and families!
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.
Before You Apply
Ask Yourself
- Have you worked with pediatric, behavioral health, or medically complex patients?
- Can you commit to 12-hour shifts?
- Are you flexible to work every other weekend?
- Are you comfortable working in a highly structured environment with strict safety protocols?
- Do you live the GOPTIC values every day?