RN

Moody Neuro Rehabilitation Institute; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Moody Neuro Rehabilitation Institute is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) in Galveston, TX. This Full-Time position requires a 2 Year Degree and Texas RN license. The RN will provide care to adults with head trauma and perform various nursing functions under supervision.

Responsibilities include monitoring patient conditions, documentation, and supervision. The ideal candidate should have 2 years of post-graduate experience in nursing, preferably in rehabilitation or mental health.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse is a patient care provider responsible for nursing functions and patient assessments.
• Requires a current Texas state RN license and knowledge of TBI.
• Must have ability to perform CPR and follow emergency procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to adults with various forms of head trauma.
• Monitor and document patient behavior and functionality.
• Ensure training and skills orientation of staff as directed.

Skills

Knowledge of TBI and related syndromes

Ability to work well in a clinical setting

Good judgment and flexibility

Ability to follow instructions accurately

CPR certification requirement

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Current Texas state license as a RN

Required CPR certification

Required Texas driver’s license

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Moody Neuro at TideWay - Galveston, TX 77551. Position Type: Full Time Non Exempt. Education Level: 2 Year Degree. Travel Percentage: Negligible. Job Shift: Variable. Job Category: Health Care. Physical Location: Moody Neurorehabilitation Institute.

General Statement of Duties

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a patient care provider. The RN performs a variety of nursing functions and closely assesses patients for changes in medical or nursing status under the direction and supervision of a Medical Doctor. The RN provides care to adults who have sustained various forms of head trauma, and who may or may not have sustained other injuries. The RN will be responsible for supervision and documentation of the patients' medical/nursing needs until discharge. Among these duties are observing and documenting patients behavior, role modeling for the patient, interacting with the patient, providing training to staff in caring for the patient, ensuring patient safety, and reinforcing treatment plans and Moody Neuro policies. The RN will uphold the mission, philosophy, and goal of the organization while maintaining strict confidentiality of personnel and client data and information in the performance of assigned duties. The RN will act as a liaison between the Medical Director, Program Director, Clinical Team, and the Residential Department.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Specified nursing services as needed by Moody Neuro patients.
• Assess, monitor, intervene, document, and report the patients' social and interpersonal behavior and functional ability to perform as an independent individual in the community setting.
• Carry out educational groups as designated by the Medical Director or Program Director.
• Follow behavior modification programs recommendations and submit documentation to the clinical team as appropriate.
• Assist in emergency situations including execution of fire alarm and drill procedures, and provision of first aid treatment in the case of illness or injury, in respect to triage procedures.
• Monitor patient self‑administration of medications and documentation of ability to perform this function.
• Act as medical supervisor when accompanying patients on field trips.
• Provide documentation of observation of client responses on outings as needed.
• Serve as a role model at all times for the patients and residential staff.
• Attend in‑services, workshops, staff meetings, and seminars as directed.
• Maintain confidentiality of both client and staff issues.
• Provide a safe and secure environment for patients and staff.
• Discharge duties in accordance with Moody Neuro organizational policies, CARF, and other accrediting/licensing bodies.
• Ensure the training and skills orientation of residential staff is successfully completed as directed by the Medical Director or Program Director.
• Assure medical documentation is in accordance with licensing agencies.
• Ensure RN delegation for medication administration is conducted in accordance with accrediting and licensing agencies such as CARF, HHSC, and CRS.
• Oversee wound care in accordance with Medical Director and External Wound Care Specialist.
• Schedule and administer an initial TB Test with new employees and patients; document results and administer annually.
• Conduct new hire drug screenings or incident follow‑up drug screenings as instructed by the Program Director.
• Schedule outside medical appointments assigned by the Medical Director while patients are admitted to Moody Neuro.
• Other duties as assigned.

Organizational Duties

• Maintain medical documentation, including medication monitoring sheets, incident reports, and medical consults.
• Act as a therapeutic liaison between the Medical Director, Program Director, and the staff.
• Maintain security procedures according to Moody Neuro policies.
• Maintain appropriate records of on‑call activity for timecard.

Qualifications – Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Current Texas state license as a RN.
• Knowledge of TBI and related syndromes.
• Ability to work well with other people in a clinical setting.
• Ability to stimulate and motivate persons with problems in motivation.
• Knowledge of social customs and responsibilities.
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility, innovation, and good judgment.
• Ability to receive and follow instructions accurately.
• Knowledge of philosophical and ethical considerations in rehabilitation practice.
• Ability to pass CPR certification requirements.
• Ability to communicate accurate and pertinent information through documentation.
• Ability to execute emergency procedures with regard to fire drills, emergency evacuation, and triage.
• Ability to work rotating shifts and hours.
• Ability to assist patients with transfer into/from a wheelchair.
• Ability to obtain NCI certification.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Hold a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Texas.
• Required CPR certification.
• Required Texas driver’s license.

Experience

Prefer 2 years post‑graduate experience in nursing, preferably in the fields of rehabilitation, patients with cognitive deficits, or mental health issues.

Demands and Characteristics of Work

• Work Time (1–33%)
  • Climbing (Ascending/Descending)
  • Sitting
• Work Time (34–66%)
  • Twisting
  • Lifting/Carrying
  • Pushing/Pulling
• Work Time (67–100%)
  • Standing/Walking
  • Bending/Stooping
  • Using arm muscles frequently or for extended periods
  • Using leg muscles frequently or for extended periods
  • Using back muscles frequently or for extended periods
• Lift Requirements (34–66%)
  • 21–30 Pounds
  • 31–40 Pounds
  • 41–50 Pounds
  • 51+ Pounds
• Lift Requirements (67–100%)
  • 2–10 Pounds
  • 11–20 Pounds
• This Job Requires (1–33%)
  • Working outdoors
  • Working near radiation sources
  • Working in hot, cold, wet surrounds
  • Using hand tools
  • Operating vehicle
• This Job Requires (34–66%)
  • Working with or near chemicals
  • Potential exposure to communicable diseases
  • Working with hazardous waste materials
• This Job Requires (67–100%)
  • Utilizing essential upgraded or adaptive equipment as industry standards require
  • Potential for cuts and bruises
• Exchange of Ideas (67–100%)
  • Ability to express or exchange ideas
  • Ability to understand communication of others with or without adaptive devices
• Regular Attendance
• Punctuality
• Ability to do Math
• Literate

All candidates are encouraged to apply in accordance with equal employment opportunity and disability accommodations are available upon request.