Medical Coordinator
Company: Compass Connections
Location: Robstown
Posted on: March 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Language Requirement: Fluent in
English AND in Spanish Academic Req: Required – RN/LVN Nursing
License Preferred – Graduate from an accredited Nursing Program
Certifications: Good standing as a licensed Registered Nurse with
the State of Texas Board of Nursing BLS certifications (PALS
preferred) First aid CPR Work experience: Required – Minimum of one
(1) year of employment experience in the child welfare field
working with children and/or adolescents in a social service
setting Recommended – Five (5) years of experience as an RN or LVN
and two (2) years of management experience Preferred – Pediatric
nursing experience Critical Action Items & Measurable Deliverables:
Meet and maintain all federal and state regulatory guidelines and
standards applicable to this position. Provide medical staff with
necessary training to ensure competence in the assigned position
and compliance with all quarterly, bi-annual, and annual program
training requirements, and to Compass Connections staff and service
population on medical issues and Compass Connections staff best
practices regarding CPR, First Aid, BLS, calling 9-1-1, and
controlling contagious disease, quality health care, and emergency
response preparedness. Have extensive knowledge of Portal
documentation to be able to decipher, correct, and instruct staff
on proper documentation methods in accordance with federal
guidelines. Validate the completion of all clinic duties relevant
to this position in compliance with all federal guidelines and
program protocols via daily audits of Portal documentation
consistent with the medical clearance process. Validate Portal
entries for required facility documentation and reporting to meet
Compass Connections, federal, and state guidelines within the
required timeframes. Effectively communicate, consult, and interact
with the RN Manager on policy and procedure issues affecting the
quality of health care services on campus. Participate in the
development of health and medical-related protocols and procedures
for a federal program. Participate in scheduled meetings, team
decisions, and operations. Maintain confidentiality of health care
records and information in keeping with HIPAA, Protected Health
Information (PHI) requirements, and Compass Connections'
confidentiality protocol and procedures. Know and recognize the
signs of abuse, neglect, and exploitation, and sexually provocative
behavior, and implement professional response, reporting, and
documenting procedures. Plan, organize, and prioritize daily work
using sound judgment. Knowledge of Compass Connections' safety
protocols, including evacuating with children and other staff in
case of an emergency. Maintain confidentiality in all areas of the
service population and program operations. Maintain Compass
Connections' professional and ethical standards of conduct outlined
in Compass Connections' employee handbook, including demonstrating
respect for agency staff, children, and community members, and
complying with the required dress code at all times. Other
Responsibilities: Collect, enter, and ensure documentation for
medical staff at designated site(s), to ensure all required duties
meet or exceed program guidelines and best practices established by
State and Federal partners. Supervise, on occasion, medical staff
to perform clinic duties as directed by the RN Manager, as well as
perform clinic duties as needed. At designated site(s), direct and
train medical staff, and coordinate services, following federal,
state, and Compass Connections Medical Services Division
established policies, procedures, and guidelines. Monitor
established health care plans for the service population at the
site(s) within the timeframe established by our State and Federal
partners. Ensure accurate documentation for designated site(s) in
accordance with agency policies and procedures, contract and
regulatory requirements and standards, and program timeline
requirements. Assist with process improvement in reviewing,
writing, and updating medical protocols and procedures in
collaboration with the Medical Services Division and Compass
Connections Professional Management Team. Meet all program and
federal partners’ documentation and processes requirements. Other
duties as assigned. Requirements: Pass a pre-employment drug screen
and random drug screens throughout employment. Provide proof of
work eligibility status upon request. Pass a pre-employment and
biennial criminal background checks. Demonstrate the ability to:
A.) Respond sensitively and competently to the service population’s
cultural and socio-economic characteristics. B.) Work
collaboratively with other staff members, service providers, and
professionals. C.) Provide crisis intervention according to
training provided by Compass Connections when needed to maintain a
safe environment. D.) Work in a fast-paced environment and maintain
emotional control and professional composure at all times. E.)
Maintain computer literacy required to meet the responsibilities of
the position. F.) Work effectively and without intensive
supervision both independently and as a member of a
multidisciplinary team. Demonstrate a working knowledge of all
Compass Connections policies and procedures. Must complete and sign
the Operations Policy and Procedure review and certification. Must
provide current physical-medical release and provide proof of
immunizations, titers, or declinations for the following: MMR,
Varicella, HepB, HepA, Tetanus, PPD, Meningococcal (Preferred) Must
be able to perform physical activity such as extensive walking,
lifting of patients, stretching, and bending. Must be able to work
in a team environment. Must be able to maintain professional people
skills, oral, written, listening, and non-verbal communication
skills. Hourly Range: $30.66 to $43.81 cc Compass Connections is
committed to following immunization recommendations produced by the
U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). As such, our company policy
requires that all employees receive an annual Influenza vaccination
or obtain an approved exemption as a medical or religious
accommodation. This is a condition of employment, and all new hires
will be responsible for providing proof.
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