[Hiring] Registered Nurse II @Texas Health & Human Services Commission

Role Description

The Surrogate Decision-making Program (SDMP) Registered Nurse (RN) II reports to the Manager of the SDMP for Community-based Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF/IID) for the state of Texas. This position has dual professional and administrative functions.

• Must be knowledgeable of the law (Chapter 597 of the Texas Health and Safety Code) and department rule (Texas Administrative Code, Title 26, Part I, Chapter 261, Subchapter J) pertaining to the provision of written informed consent.
• Possess a broad range of knowledge of medical and dental terminology, treatments, procedures, and the risks, benefits, and alternatives of prescribed psychoactive medication regimens.
• Gather pertinent information regarding proposed medical or dental treatments or procedures, analyze medical and dental case documentation, and interpret lab work.
• Provide information about risks, benefits, and alternatives to proposed treatments and produce written case summaries in layman's terms.
• Communicate effectively and provide technical assistance to community program providers, health care professionals, and family members.
• Review required forms and supporting documentation for completeness and follow up on incomplete applications.
• Administrative duties may include reviewing new application packets, data entry, coordinating hearings, and recording hearings via Microsoft Teams.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical and dental diagnoses and procedures, accepted medical treatment standards of care, and principles of best practice.
• Knowledge of the applicable statute and department rule governing the SDMP and federal and state guidelines regarding written informed consent.
• Ability to accurately gather pertinent information and produce written case summaries.
• Ability to communicate effectively and provide information and technical assistance in a timely manner.
• Ability to review required forms and follow up on incomplete applications.
• Ability to enter data for admissions and discharges and coordinate hearings.

Requirements

• Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Texas and be in good standing with the Texas Board of Nursing.
• Must have five years’ experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Benefits

• 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Generous time off benefits.
• Numerous opportunities for career advancement.

Company Description

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. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey.