Nurse III - Nurse Educator Job at Health and Human Services Commission of Texas

Overview

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. HHSC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, opportunities for career advancement, and more.

Functional Title: Nurse III - Nurse Educator

Job Title: Nurse III

Agency: Health & Human Services Comm

Department: Residential Care Supervisor H

Posting Number: 4510

Closing Date: 05/27/2025

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Facility Location: Austin State Hospital

Job Location City: AUSTIN

Job Location Address: 4110 GUADALUPE

Regular / Temporary: Regular

Full Time / Part Time: Full time

FLSA: Exempt

Shift: Day

Telework: Not Eligible for Telework

Travel: Up to 5%

Salary Range: $7,532.75 - $8,886.16

Salary Group: TEXAS-B-24

Other Locations: MOS Codes include 290X,46AX,46FX,46NX,46PX,46SX,46YX,66B,66C,66E,66F,66G,66H,66P,66R,66S,66T,66W

Responsibilities

• The Nurse Educator performs advanced professional nursing work within the scope of practice for a registered nurse and coordinates and implements the Nursing Education Program at the State Hospital (SH).
• Orients all newly hired nurses and assists in the orientation of student nurses; evaluates and tests competency of all new and incumbent nursing staff.
• Coordinates and develops systems to ensure nursing education/competency is provided for all nurses; assists in writing and revising nursing guidelines; promotes ethical nursing practice at the SH.
• Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment; provides treatment to HHS employees injured in course and scope of employment.
• Performs duties related to disaster response, recovery, or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation; may require alternate shift pattern and/or location.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

• Attend work regularly; willing to work specific, rotating, extended shifts, and/or overtime as needed.
• Orient new nursing staff to facility protocols and procedures; stay current with nursing philosophy, techniques, and regulations.
• Evaluate competency of nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Interpret and communicate regulations; assist in writing and revising nursing guidelines.
• Maintain data related to Nursing Education; coordinate orientation of nursing students as applicable.
• Work independently with all staff levels; provide training on health maintenance and prevention; participate in committees as assigned.
• Provide or coordinate treatment for HHS employees injured on the job.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of nursing techniques, standards, procedures, healthcare laws, and regulations; knowledge of JCAHO/TJC standards, CMS conditions of participation, TAC rules, and SH regulations.
• Strong computer skills and experience with electronic health records; excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to train all levels of staff; lead, coach, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities; work well in teams.
• Ability to interpret regulations and apply them to practice; interact effectively with individuals with mental health issues and their families, and supervise others.
• Maintain CPR certification; possess or obtain required certifications (e.g., CPR, TIPS).

Licensure/Certifications

• Licensed as a registered nurse in Texas or in a state with Nurse Licensure Compact reciprocity; current CPR certification.

Initial Screening Criteria

• ACEN-accredited BSN with 3 years' experience, CCNE-accredited 4-year degree with experience, or equivalent mix of education/experience; RN experience in a health care setting preferred.

Additional Information

• Applicants must pass fingerprint background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks (CANRS, Nurse Aide, Medication Aide, Employee Misconduct, LEIE).
• Male applicants 18-25 must be registered with Selective Service.
• Immunization compliance is required; vaccines may be provided; non-immunized employees may need to wear a mask or take other measures.
• Pre-employment checks and work eligibility (E-Verify) required; bring I-9 documentation on first day.
• HHSC may consider telework per policy; all positions subject to agency policies and business needs.

Other

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