Lead Registered Nurse — Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Job overview

The Lead Registered Nurse role is onsite in Lubbock, TX. Compensation is $75,000–$85,000 per year. The role supports Caregiver, Inc.’s nursing teams in delivering care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Lead Registered Nurse provides clinical oversight, supports regulatory compliance, and mentors nursing staff across assigned territories. By coordinating nursing systems and quality initiatives with the Regional RN Director, the role promotes continuity of care and positive health outcomes.

What you'll do

• Supervise and support nursing staff
• monitor health conditions through chart reviews, audits, and clinical assessments
• ensure compliance with regulations, company policies, and nursing standards
• identify service delays and implement corrective actions
• guide staff on emergency concerns and critical health changes
• assist with Plans of Correction and quality improvement
• mentor, coach, and train staff
• coordinate assignments and caseloads
• review documentation and billing practices
• participate in surveys and investigations
• complete nursing assessments and annual reviews
• provide delegation services
• assist with direct nursing coverage
• participate in on-call nursing support and telephone triage as assigned.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lead registered nurse

registered nurse

lubbock tx

caregiver inc.

$75k–$85k/year

clinical leadership

nursing oversight

staff mentoring

quality improvement

intellectual and developmental disabilities

texas rn license

on-call nursing support

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Leadership role combining clinical oversight, staff development, quality assurance, compliance, and direct clinical support for services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

About the employer

Caregiver Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Home Health Care Services. Sector: 62.