Nurse III

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. 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. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Participates as a team member or team coordinator utilizing expertise in the area of nursing in inspections, certifications, surveys, and investigations in Long Term Care facilities (Nursing Facilities, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Assisted Living Facilities, and Day Habilitation and Health Services) to determine compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and rules. Completes inspection/survey reports listing deficiencies/violations and prepares written reports supporting the action and remedies recommended.  Utilizes professional expertise and specializes in the following discipline:  Social Services/Nursing/Nutrition/Generalist surveyor.

Essential Job Functions:

Communicates on a complex level with others (internally or externally) to provide, exchange, or verify information, answer inquiries, address issues, or resolve problems or complaints.

Testifies at hearings or in court proceedings to provide information regarding policy/procedures, history, findings, or activities.

Completes inspection/survey reports listing deficiencies and prepares written reports supporting the actions and remedies recommended.

Visits facilities to verify correction of previously cited regulatory violations.

Conducts exit conferences with facility staff regarding findings and may assist in developing a plan to correct deficiencies.

Conducts certification surveys, licensure inspections, or investigations in facilities to determine compliance with federal and state regulations.

Performs quality assurance reviews of documents prepared by others (for example, publications, assessments, reports).

Registrations, Licensure, Requirements or Certifications:

Must be licensed to practice as a registered nurse by the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners. Must successfully obtain Surveyor Minimum Qualification (SMQT) within the first year of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of nursing principles and acceptable professional standards of patient care.

Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.

Must be able to multi-task and track multiple activities with competing priorities.

Ability to work independently.

Ability to exercise professional judgment and reach sound decisions.

Ability to learn, remember, and integrate complex concepts, difficult procedures, or complicated processes.

Initial Screening Criteria:

Experience in a Long Term Care Regulatory program preferred.

Experience as a practicing registered nurse in a hospital, an institutional health care facility, home health nursing.

Experience preparing detailed written reports.

Experience evaluating reported complaints/incidents.

Additional Information:

Must be able to work hours other than 8AM to 5PM, Monday through Friday, as necessary. Job requires 85% travel. Requires some overnight travel and some weekends. Must have reliable transportation. Ability to use the computer for writing reports.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview. All applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check.

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework.  Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.