Autism Care RN - Collaborative Pediatric Nursing

Autism Treatment Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Paid time off

Professional development

Interdisciplinary team

Meaningful impact

Job summary

Autism Treatment Center is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide compassionate nursing care to children, adolescents, and adults with autism and related needs.

Work closely with behavioral health professionals, therapists, and families to promote health, safety, independence, and quality of life. The RN will administer medications, monitor vitals, and maintain accurate documentation in a collaborative, interdisciplinary setting.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted RN license in the applicable state.
• BSN preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR certification or ability to obtain.
• Experience with autism or pediatric populations preferred.
• Strong assessment, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and health monitoring for individuals receiving autism treatment.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and policies.
• Monitor vital signs and health status; identify medical concerns.
• Develop and maintain individualized nursing care plans.
• Respond to medical emergencies and coordinate care as needed.
• Communicate health status changes with families and treatment team.
• Collaborate with behavior analysts, therapists, educators, and other team members.
• Support individuals with complex medical, developmental, and behavioral needs.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and medication records.
• Educate caregivers and staff on health, first aid, infection prevention, and medications.
• Follow infection-control, safety, HIPAA, and medication administration standards.
• Participate in treatment-team meetings and contribute to care planning.
• Provide compassionate, respectful care recognizing each individual's dignity.

Skills

RN

Pediatric care

Assessment skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

Associate or BSN

Job description

Autism Treatment Center is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide compassionate nursing care to children, adolescents, and adults with autism and related needs.

Work closely with behavioral health professionals, therapists, and families to promote health, safety, independence, and quality of life. The RN will administer medications, monitor vitals, and maintain accurate documentation in a collaborative, interdisciplinary setting.