Nurse II-Admissions

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS•Austin, TX

37d•Onsite

About The Position

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need. HSCS is comprised of nine psychiatric hospitals, one youth residential treatment facility, and thirteen state supported living centers. The psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below. The Nurse II (Admissions Coordinator) performs complex (journey-level) nursing work and is accountable to the Program Director for overall administrative operations and to the Assistant Chief Nurse Executive Nurse supervisor for clinical issues. The Admissions Coordinator provides clinical and administrative supervision of Admissions’ personnel; and provides assessment, care, and treatment of patients throughout the admissions process. They perform complex leadership and management duties including professional interactions with state hospital personnel, community liaisons, law enforcement, officers of the court, persons served and their families, guardians, and others. The Admissions’ Coordinator ensures that the admission process flows smoothly and provides a high level of customer satisfaction. During admission, observes the patients for unusual symptoms and conducts nursing assessments to determine eligibility for hospital admission Participates in the identification of admissions specific training needs and develops curriculum to address those needs. They participate in the development of nursing specific policies and procedures, prepare monthly nursing schedules, and participate in the hiring process. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location. This position may be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on evenings, nights and/or weekends.

Requirements

Knowledge of Texas Nurse Practice Act, and the role of peer review in the provision of professional nursing
Knowledge of HHSC policies and procedures
Knowledge of management theory, organizational planning, plan deployment, and improving organizational performance
Knowledge of the Recovery Model of Care
Knowledge of professional nursing Standards, CPR, Abnormal Involuntary Movement Scale (AIMS), Treatment, Intervention, and Protection Strategies (TIPS)
Knowledge of nursing techniques and procedures
Knowledge of infection control practices and procedures
Knowledge of workers compensation policies and procedures
Demonstrated skills of accurately observing and identifying significant patient behaviors and accurately describing such events in the patient’s record
Skills in utilizing computer hardware/software.
Skills in administering restraint and seclusion.
Strong coaching skills
Ability to provide patient care.
Ability to prepare and maintain records.
Ability to organize and communicate information both orally and in writing.
Ability to interpret and explain standards and regulations.
Ability to supervise, organize, and manage the Admissions Department
Ability to create and evaluate training objectives, requirements, and effectiveness of delivery.
Ability to manage time effectively.
Ability to intervene therapeutically with patients experiencing psychiatric disorders (delusions, hallucinations, suicidal/homicidal ideation)
Ability to perform CPR, the Heimlich Maneuver, use the AED, provide First Aid
Ability to provide patient/family education regarding medications, disease processes, and health maintenance/promotion.
Ability to intervene therapeutically with patients experiencing delusions, hallucinations, and/or aggression.
Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Texas, or in a party state, that recognizes reciprocity through the Nurse Licensure Compact.
Graduation from an accredited nursing program or from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in nursing.
At least one (1) year of work experience as an RN in a recognized health agency, hospital, or health care facility

Responsibilities

Provides supervision to all Admission staff in accordance with hospital and nursing policies to ensure the patients being admitted receive optimum care during the admissions process. Observes the patient for unusual symptoms and conducts nursing assessments to determine eligibility for hospital admission. Reviews admission records to assure the patient receives the required documentation provided at the time of admission.
Interacts with state hospital personnel, community liaisons, law enforcement, officers of the court, persons served and their families, guardians, and others by providing consultation, training, and technical assistance. Ensures adequate staffing based on number of expected admissions and historical data (busiest times of day/week, etc.) to ensure the patient is properly assessed and treated. Prepares monthly nursing schedule and participates in the hiring process.
Administers medications and treatment to the patients if required during the admission process and ordered by the physician. Assures that milieu is recovery based and trauma informed care is provided. Ensures prompt intervention, education, modeling, coaching, and guidance for both staff and patients to promote therapeutic communication. Quickly follows up on patterns of behavior that do not promote a welcoming, safe milieu.
Complies with all established safety rules, regulations, and procedures. Promotes safety by ensuring that employees are fully trained to carry out their assigned duties in accordance with safety procedures. Promptly investigates all accidents and/or injuries incurred by employees in order to determine cause and contributing factors so that corrective action can be taken to prevent recurrence.
Participates in performance improvement activities by collecting, organizing, and presenting program specific data by retrieving available reports and information generated by Admissions and/or quality improvement in order to facilitate the provision of quality nursing care and a safe working environment. Participates in the development of nursing specific policies and procedures to ensure compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) conditions of participation, Texas Administrative Code (TAC), and the rules and regulations of the Agency and state hospital system.
Participates in the identification of admissions specific training needs and develops curriculum to address those needs. Maintains required competencies and continuously enhances nursing skills through continuing education (classes, articles, webinars, etc.) and communicates information to employees.
Creates a culture of safety within the Admissions Department: staff are well trained on safety measures and feel it is safe to report errors or near misses; unsafe events are carefully evaluated using input from involved staff then documented and implemented with follow-up audits to prevent drift. Assures emergency drills are completed as required.
Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.

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