In PersonTravel to host homes and program sites is required.
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryNursing & Frontline Patient Care
About the job
Requirements
Current, active Registered Nurse license in the State of Texas.
At least one year of nursing experience.
Ability to work independently as an independent contractor.
Strong documentation and organizational skills.
Current CPR certification.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Proof of professional liability insurance if required by the contract.
Availability during HHSC surveys, audits, and compliance reviews.
Ability to travel to host homes and program sites.
Ability to review records, conduct assessments, and provide training as required.
Responsibilities
Provide nursing assessments for individuals enrolled in HCS and TxHmL programs.
Review and monitor individuals’ medical conditions, medications, and health supports.
Participate in the development and review of Person-Directed Plans and Implementation Plans as needed.
Ensure compliance with Texas Administrative Code, HHSC, and program requirements.
Conduct nursing assessments related to medication administration and health status.
Review Medication Administration Records for accuracy and compliance.
Provide guidance to staff and host home providers on medication and health-related supports.
Monitor medication errors and ensure proper follow-up and documentation.
Provide or coordinate required nursing-related training for staff and host home providers, including medication administration, health and safety practices, and specialized medical procedures when applicable.
Provide consultation to staff regarding health-related concerns.
Complete required nursing documentation in accordance with HHSC and Texas Administrative Code rules.
Review incident reports involving medical or medication issues.
Participate in internal audits and quality assurance activities.
Maintain current licensure and required credentials.
Be available during HHSC surveys, audits, and desk reviews.
Assist with preparing clinical records and documentation.
Respond to surveyor questions related to nursing services and medical support.
Provide corrective action guidance when needed.
Desired Qualifications
Experience with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Knowledge of HCS and/or TxHmL program requirements.
Description
Position Summary
The Contract RN provides clinical oversight and nursing services for individuals enrolled in the HCS and TxHmL programs in accordance with Texas Administrative Code (TAC), HHSC regulations, and Bay Area Rehabilitation Center (BARC) policies. The RN ensures that medical, medication, and health-related supports are delivered safely, appropriately, and in compliance with all regulatory standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical Oversight
Provide nursing assessments for individuals in HCS and TxHmL programs.
Review and monitor individuals’ medical conditions, medications, and health supports.
Participate in the development and review of Person-Directed Plans (PDP) and Implementation Plans as needed.
Ensure compliance with TAC, HHSC, and program requirements.
Medication and Health Services
Conduct nursing assessments related to medication administration and health status.
Review Medication Administration Records (MARs) for accuracy and compliance.
Provide guidance to staff and host home providers on medication and health-related supports.
Monitor for medication errors and ensure proper follow-up and documentation.
Training and Support
Provide or coordinate required nursing-related trainings for staff and host home providers, including:
Medication administration
Health and safety practices
Specialized medical procedures (if applicable)
Offer consultation to staff regarding health-related concerns.
Documentation and Compliance
Complete all required nursing documentation in accordance with HHSC and TAC rules.
Review incident reports involving medical or medication issues.
Participate in internal audits and quality assurance activities.
Maintain current licensure and required credentials.
Survey and Audit Support
Be available during HHSC surveys, audits, and desk reviews.
Assist with the preparation of clinical records and documentation.
Respond to surveyor questions related to nursing services and medical support.
Provide corrective action guidance when needed.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Texas.
Minimum of one (1) year nursing experience (experience with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred).
Knowledge of HCS and/or TxHmL program requirements preferred.
Ability to work independently as a contractor.
Strong documentation and organizational skills.
Required Credentials
Active Texas RN license.
Current CPR certification.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Proof of professional liability insurance (if required by contract).
Work Schedule
Approximately 80 hours per month.
Flexible schedule based on program needs.
Must be available during HHSC surveys, audits, and compliance reviews.
Physical Requirements
Ability to travel to host homes and program sites.
Ability to review records, conduct assessments, and provide training as required.