RN Skills Validation Specialist

CARE OPTIONS FOR KIDS · Dallas, TX Full Time
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Job Description

Care Options for Kids connects leading pediatric specialists with families to provide best-in-class pediatric nursing, therapy, and school-based services. We seamlessly integrate into children’s lives by bringing individualized care to children where they live, work, and play. Our pediatric specialists are committed to providing high-quality pediatric services that help children and families live their best lives. We empower our community of clinicians to meet children where they are by providing the support and resources necessary to decrease administrative burdens. This focus allows our clinicians to obtain optimal work-life balance. We are seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Nurse Skills Validation Specialist . Job Summary : Under the direct supervision of the Director of Education and Training you will be solely responsible for conducting skills validation and competencies for nursing candidates seeking employment at Care Options For Kids. Duties and Responsibilities : · Assesses and confirms the skills of nursing candidates for agency. · Write detailed evaluation of nurse candidates. · Remain current in current nursing skills and practice laws in the home care setting. · Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications. · Other duties as assigned. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change. Education and Experience : · Be a registered nurse (RN) and a qualified licensed professional. · Have at least five years of nursing experience. · Tracheostomy and ventilator experience preferred. · Have at least one year of pediatric nursing experience &/or home health. · Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Teams and Zoom. Special Requirements: · A valid registered nursing (RN) license is required, nurse compact license preferred. · Bi-lingual in Spanish preferred. · Must have excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills. Physical Requirements and Work Environment : · This position requires extensive sitting. · Ability to regularly sit, stand, bend, walk, reach, and lift with hands and arms. · Must be comfortable with teaching over camera in virtual platform. Position Type : Full-time, Remote What we Offer: A supportive and collaborative work environment Opportunity to Join a Rapidly Growing, Fast-Paced Organization! Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance Generous Paid Time Off 401K Retirement Plan A chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families Annual Salary Range: $75,000.00 annually If you are the best at what you do, and are ready to work with an innovative, positive and supportive organization, please contact us today. Care Options For Kids is an equal opportunity employer. The Equal Employment Opportunity Policy of Care Options For Kids is to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. Care Options For Kids hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled. Care Options For Kids believes that associates should be provided with a working environment which enables each associate to be productive and to work to the best of his or her ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining a discrimination and harassment-free atmosphere. *Restrictions Apply

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Nursing roles in senior living are fundamentally different from hospital nursing. Most positions involve building long-term relationships with the same residents over months or years rather than cycling through new patients every shift. Facilities in the DFW area typically require an active Texas RN or LVN license, current CPR/BLS certification, and many prefer at least one year of geriatric or long-term care experience.

Shift patterns vary widely — some facilities run traditional 8-hour shifts (day, evening, night), while others use 12-hour rotations. Weekend and holiday coverage is almost always part of the schedule. The nurse-to-resident ratio in assisted living is generally more favorable than in hospitals, but you will likely be the highest-level clinical staff on the floor during your shift, which means more autonomy and more responsibility for clinical judgment calls.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the DFW area.

A typical shift starts with medication pass and resident assessments. You will review overnight notes from the previous shift, check vitals for residents on your watch list, and coordinate with CNAs on any changes in condition. Mid-shift usually involves documentation, family communication, and working with physicians on care plan updates — often by phone or telehealth rather than in-person rounds.

Depending on the facility, you may also handle admissions paperwork, manage wound care, supervise medication techs, and respond to emergencies. The documentation load in senior living is significant — state surveys and compliance requirements mean thorough charting is non-negotiable. Many nurses in this setting say the most rewarding part is knowing their residents personally and being able to notice subtle changes that a rotating hospital nurse might miss.

About This Employer

CARE OPTIONS FOR KIDS is a Parent Agency located in Dallas, TX at 12770 Coit Road Suite 870.

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Employer profile provided by DFW Senior Living Guide

DFW Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Registered Nurse positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of $48.76/hr ($101,421/yr). The typical range is $39.25 – $53.19/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $73,403/yr
DFW Median $101,421/yr
Experienced (90th) $129,709/yr
vs. National Median +4.0%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by DFW Senior Living Guide.

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Facility Type Parent Agency

12770 Coit Road Suite 870, Dallas, TX 75251

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