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Functional Title: Nurse I Job Title: Nurse I Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: Chld /orAdolPsych Nursing Posting Number: 3351 Closing Date: 07/07/2025 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Salary Group: TEXAS-B-20 Salary Range: $5,746.66 - $6,779.25 Shift: Evening Additional Shift: Days (First); Evenings (Second); Nights (Third) Telework: Not Eligible for Telework Travel: Up to 5% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Facility Location: Austin State Hospital Job Location City: AUSTIN Job Location Address: 4110 GUADALUPE Brief Job Description: Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally while helping make a positive impact on people's lives? Do you appreciate being around dependable, trustworthy, hardworking team players? HHSC is dedicated to creating a supportive atmosphere where employees feel valued while providing specialized care for Texans in need. Our facilities include nine psychiatric hospitals, one youth residential treatment facility, and thirteen state-supported living centers, all accredited by The Joint Commission. We offer state-of-the-art, recovery-oriented, science-based psychiatric care. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, individualized care interests you, we welcome your application.
Position Overview: The Nurse I (Staff Nurse) performs entry-level to routine nursing work under supervision, conducting comprehensive assessments, identifying nursing diagnoses, establishing routines, and administering medications. The role involves working in a psychiatric inpatient setting, reporting to a Charge Nurse or Nurse Manager, and participating in multidisciplinary recovery plans. The position may involve participating in disaster response or COOP activities, possibly requiring shift or location changes.
Essential Job Functions:
Attend work regularly, including specific or rotating shifts, and perform assigned duties.
Assess patients' physical, behavioral, psychiatric, and social needs comprehensively.
Observe, analyze, and document patient behavior and status.
Develop or contribute to individualized recovery plans.
Provide health education and coping strategies to patients and families.
Use counseling skills in therapeutic interactions.
Administer medications and treatments, maintaining records.
Establish and monitor a safe, therapeutic environment.
Train staff in psychiatric nursing principles and unit routines.
Manage restraint or seclusion to ensure safety.
Participate in disaster response or COOP as needed, possibly involving shift or location changes.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of nursing techniques, medical diagnoses, treatments, and community health principles.
Skills in patient care, treatment, and computer use.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Licensure and Certification: Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Texas or a party state with reciprocity, or holding a temporary permit under supervision. Must possess a valid Texas driver license if transporting patients.
Initial Screening Criteria: Graduation from an accredited nursing program or college with nursing coursework.
Additional Information: Applicants must pass background checks, drug screens, registry checks, and meet age and immunization requirements. Flexibility in work hours and compliance with vaccination policies are required. Military veterans and active-duty personnel are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities during the hiring process.
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Functional Title: Nurse I Job Title: Nurse I Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: Chld /orAdolPsych Nursing Posting Number: 3351 Closing Date: 07/07/2025 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Salary Group: TEXAS-B-20 Salary Range: $5,746.66 - $6,779.25 Shift: Evening Additional Shift: Days (First); Evenings (Second); Nights (Third) Telework: Not Eligible for Telework Travel: Up to 5% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Facility Location: Austin State Hospital Job Location City: AUSTIN Job Location Address: 4110 GUADALUPE Brief Job Description: Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally while helping make a positive impact on people's lives? Do you appreciate being around dependable, trustworthy, hardworking team players? HHSC is dedicated to creating a supportive atmosphere where employees feel valued while providing specialized care for Texans in need. Our facilities include nine psychiatric hospitals, one youth residential treatment facility, and thirteen state-supported living centers, all accredited by The Joint Commission. We offer state-of-the-art, recovery-oriented, science-based psychiatric care. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, individualized care interests you, we welcome your application.
Position Overview: The Nurse I (Staff Nurse) performs entry-level to routine nursing work under supervision, conducting comprehensive assessments, identifying nursing diagnoses, establishing routines, and administering medications. The role involves working in a psychiatric inpatient setting, reporting to a Charge Nurse or Nurse Manager, and participating in multidisciplinary recovery plans. The position may involve participating in disaster response or COOP activities, possibly requiring shift or location changes.
Essential Job Functions:
Attend work regularly, including specific or rotating shifts, and perform assigned duties.
Assess patients' physical, behavioral, psychiatric, and social needs comprehensively.
Observe, analyze, and document patient behavior and status.
Develop or contribute to individualized recovery plans.
Provide health education and coping strategies to patients and families.
Use counseling skills in therapeutic interactions.
Administer medications and treatments, maintaining records.
Establish and monitor a safe, therapeutic environment.
Train staff in psychiatric nursing principles and unit routines.
Manage restraint or seclusion to ensure safety.
Participate in disaster response or COOP as needed, possibly involving shift or location changes.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of nursing techniques, medical diagnoses, treatments, and community health principles.
Skills in patient care, treatment, and computer use.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Licensure and Certification: Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Texas or a party state with reciprocity, or holding a temporary permit under supervision. Must possess a valid Texas driver license if transporting patients.
Initial Screening Criteria: Graduation from an accredited nursing program or college with nursing coursework.
Additional Information: Applicants must pass background checks, drug screens, registry checks, and meet age and immunization requirements. Flexibility in work hours and compliance with vaccination policies are required. Military veterans and active-duty personnel are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities during the hiring process.
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