Registered Nurse- GHA

Youth Health Associates; Glenn Heights (TX); On-site; USD 103,155,000 - 111,751,000; Part time

Job summary

Youth Health Associates (YHA) in Glenn Heights, TX is seeking an experienced RN to provide medical oversight and direct care for adolescent residents in a licensed residential setting. The role focuses on safe administration of psychotropic medications and collaboration with the treatment team.

You will monitor health status, support stabilization efforts, respond to crises, and participate in education and compliance activities.

Qualifications

• Active Texas RN license in good standing.
• BSN preferred; ADN accepted with relevant experience.
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience, preferably in mental/behavioral health.
• Experience with psychotropic medication administration strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles and crisis intervention techniques.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical oversight and direct care for residents.
• Support treatment and stabilization efforts.
• Ensure 24/7 availability and crisis response.
• Educate, train and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment team, families/guardians, and external providers.

Skills

Psychotropic meds

Clinical assessment

Crisis intervention

Critical thinking

Prioritization

Trauma-informed care

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas

BSN preferred; ADN accepted with experience

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Glenn Heights - Glenn Heights, TX 75154

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $36.00 - $39.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

Youth Health Associates (YHA) is a licensed residential treatment center serving adolescent males ages 12-18 who have experienced mental and behavioral challenges. Our students thrive in structed environments where they receive individualized support from dedicated mentors, therapists, and teachers.

Learn more about us at Youth Health Associates

Roles:

Specializing in the treatment and stabilization of youth with mental and behavioral health symptoms and those with Aggression Disorders. The RN provides medical oversight and ensures safe, effective administration of psychotropic and other prescribed medications to the youth and young adults in accordance with established treatment models and regulatory requirements. The RN collaborates closely with the interdisciplinary treatment team, parents/guardians, and external healthcare providers to promote optimal physical and mental health outcomes for residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Medical Oversight & Direct Care
• Treatment & Stabilization Support
• 24/7 Availability & Crisis Response
• Education, Training & Compliance
• Collaboration & Communication

Qualifications

• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Texas (or applicable state of operation) in good standing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted with relevant experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ nursing experience, preferably in mental/behavioral health, adolescent health, or residential treatment settings.
• Experience with psychotropic medication administration and monitoring strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles and behavioral crisis intervention techniques.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond quickly in crisis situations.