Acute Care RN

Texas Health and Human Services; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 84,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Time off benefits

Career advancement

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) in Abilene, TX is seeking a Nurse III RN Shift Supervisor within the Campus Nursing department. The role is a full-time, on-site position at the Abilene State Supported Living Center, with a regular night shift and non-telework eligibility.

Compensation includes a monthly salary range of $7,532.75 to $8,886.16, with benefits such as 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension, generous time off,

Responsibilities

• Provides assessment, care and treatment for residents in the SSLC setting.
• Precepts and mentors nursing staff; collaborates with physicians and other nurses.

Job 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. 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.

• Functional Title: Acute Care RN
• Job Title: Nurse III RN Shift Supervisor
• Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
• Department: Campus Nursing
• Location: ABILENE, TX
• Posting Number: 22636
• Closing Date: 11/21/2026
• Posting Audience: Internal and External
• Occupational Category: Healthcare Practitioners and Technical
• Salary Range: $7,532.75 - $8,886.16
• Pay Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Group: TEXAS-B-24
• Shift: Regular Night
• 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: Abilene State Supported Living Center
• Job Location City: ABILENE
• Job Location Address: 2501 MAPLE ST
• Other Locations: Abilene
• MOS Codes: 290X,46AX,46FX,46NX,46PX,46SX,46YX,66B,66C,66E,66F,66G,66H,66N,66P,66R,66S,66T,66W

Brief Job Description

Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence.

The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers

If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!

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The Acute Care RN performs complex nursing work providing for the assessment, care and treatment of individuals who reside in a State Supported Living Center (SSLC) setting. This position is a member of the professional team and shares responsibility with other team members for the development of the individuals’ programs. Evaluates, treats and documents healthcare needs and/or issues and reports needs and/or issues to the appropriate person(s). Communicates with others, such as direct care staff, physicians/PCP, administration, and other nursing staff to ensure optimal care as part of the interdisciplinary team. Notifies the supervisor and PCP of trends and concerns to ensure that communication is in place to provide consistent, high quality care for all persons served. Work involves data entry, documentation, completing reports and maintaining records. Serves as a nurse preceptor for other nurses, as needed, and may assign nursing responsibilities to the unit LVN and RN I, in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act. Participates in facility quality assurance/quality improvement (QA/QI) initiatives, as required. Provides treatment to H