Location & Practice Overview

This Registered Nurse position is based at Compass Connections’ emergency shelter and group-home programs in El Paso, Texas, delivering on-site pediatric medical support within a residential child-welfare setting rather than a traditional hospital or outpatient clinic.

Facility Type Emergency shelter and group-home residential programs
Care Setting On-site residential healthcare services
Geographic Location El Paso, Texas
Practice Model Integrated pediatric medical services within child welfare programs

Responsibilities

  • Conduct initial, ongoing, and routine nursing assessments, evaluate symptoms, and monitor changes in children’s physical health conditions.
  • Provide triage services, determine urgency of health concerns, and coordinate escalation or referral to medical providers when indicated.
  • Administer prescribed medications, vaccines, and treatments; document administration accurately in electronic medical records and Medication Administration Records.
  • Coordinate preventive, urgent, and emergency healthcare services, medical appointments, and follow-up care with external providers and pharmacies.
  • Maintain complete clinical documentation, support individual healthcare plans, and communicate findings to the Certified Nurse Practitioner and Lead Medical Coordinator.
  • Recognize and report potential signs of abuse, neglect, or other safeguarding concerns according to established protocols and participate in emergency response procedures.

The role requires independent clinical judgment within organizational protocols while collaborating closely with medical and program staff to ensure continuous monitoring and safe medication practices for children in residential care.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must hold an active Texas RN license and meet minimum experience and language requirements. Pediatric experience and a BSN are preferred but not mandatory.

License
Active Registered Nurse license in good standing with the Texas Board of Nursing
Experience
Minimum one year of professional RN experience (pediatric nursing preferred)
Certifications
Current BLS; First Aid and CPR training; emergency behavior intervention training as required; PALS preferred
Language
Fluency in both English and Spanish required
Education
RN qualification required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
Additional Screening
Pre-employment drug screen, criminal background check, current physical, and required immunizations (MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis A/B, Tetanus, PPD; annual influenza or exemption)

Compensation & Benefits

The position offers a fixed hourly rate with comprehensive employer-paid insurance that begins on the first day of employment.

  • Hourly rate: $43.86
  • 100% employer-paid medical insurance effective day one
  • 100% employer-paid dental insurance effective day one
  • 100% employer-paid vision insurance effective day one
  • Retirement plan options available
  • Additional employer-sponsored benefits (details provided by recruiter)

Schedule & Work Environment

Employment Type Full-time
Shift Length 12-hour shifts
Work Arrangement On-site at residential healthcare operations
Physical Demands Extensive walking, stretching, and bending required

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

The nursing role supports children placed in emergency shelter and group-home settings who require continuous health monitoring, medication management, and coordinated medical services while working toward family reunification or long-term stability.

Age Range Newborn through adolescence
Population Type Vulnerable children in residential child-welfare care
Clinical Context Residential programs with both acute and chronic health needs
Care Pathway Temporary residential placement with focus on health stability and reunification support

Clinical Focus & Key Services

Clinical work centers on comprehensive pediatric health support within the residential environment, spanning assessment, medication safety, preventive care, and coordination of specialty and hospital services.

Health Assessment & Monitoring Nursing assessments, symptom evaluation, wellness checks, and isolation observations
Medication & Preventive Care Daily medication administration, vaccine delivery, and management of acute and chronic conditions
Care Coordination Specialty referrals, hospital coordination, and access to home-health services when appropriate
Supporting Services Sick-clinic support, well-child visits, sports physicals, psychiatric evaluation coordination, and health education

Role Highlights

This RN position offers a distinctive pediatric nursing environment within residential child-welfare programs. Unlike conventional hospital and outpatient roles, the position combines healthcare services with the daily operations of emergency shelters and group homes, providing clinical support to children during temporary placements.

  • Pediatric nursing practice integrated into emergency shelter and group-home programs rather than a traditional hospital or outpatient facility
  • Clinical environment serving a broad pediatric age range, from newborns through adolescents
  • Opportunity to work within an interdisciplinary medical structure alongside a Certified Nurse Practitioner and Lead Medical Coordinator
  • Combination of residential healthcare delivery and child-welfare program operations, with attention to children's individual health needs during temporary placement
  • Bilingual English-Spanish clinical environment supporting communication across the residential care setting

About Compass Connections

Compass Connections is a Texas-based nonprofit organization headquartered in San Antonio that provides residential care, emergency shelter and group-home placement, foster care and adoption services, family preservation, case management, transitional support, and medical services for vulnerable children and families. The organization operates programs nationally and partners with state and federal agencies to support child safety, well-being, and family reunification.

Organization Type Nonprofit child-welfare and family-support organization
Headquarters San Antonio, Texas
Core Programs Emergency shelters, group care, foster care, adoption, family preservation, case management
Medical Services Pediatric medical assessment, treatment, medication management, and care coordination
Geographic Reach Locations across multiple U.S. regions, including El Paso, TX

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pediatric nursing experience mandatory for this RN role?
No. At least one year of professional RN experience is required. Pediatric nursing experience is preferred but is not a substitute for the minimum RN experience requirement.
What exact shift times or rotation pattern are used for the 12-hour shifts?
The posting confirms 12-hour shifts but does not specify start and end times or the weekly rotation. Candidates should confirm the precise schedule with the employer during recruitment.
Does the employer sponsor work visas?
No. Compass Connections states it is unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa. Applicants must already be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
Are background checks and drug screens required after hire?
Yes. In addition to pre-employment screening, the organization conducts random drug screenings and biennial criminal background checks during employment.
What immunization documentation is required before starting?
Candidates must provide documentation of immunizations, titers, or declinations for MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis A, Tetanus, and PPD, plus a current physical. An annual influenza vaccination or approved exemption is also required; meningococcal documentation is preferred.

Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN) in El Paso, TX

This Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN) position in El Paso, Texas, is with Compass Connections and is based in the organization's emergency shelter and group-home programs. The role places pediatric nursing within a residential child-welfare environment, where healthcare is integrated into the day-to-day operation of temporary placements rather than delivered through a conventional hospital unit or outpatient practice. The clinical setting serves children from newborn age through adolescence, including those with acute and ongoing health needs during periods of placement and transition. This position is distinctive for its combination of residential program support and coordination with the organization's broader medical team, including a Certified Nurse Practitioner and Lead Medical Coordinator. It offers experience in pediatric care delivered within a child-focused social services setting.

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