Charge Nurse Supervisor - Psychiatric Care (Night Shift)

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

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid employee health insurance (F

Defined benefit pension plan

Generous time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) in San Antonio seeks a Nurse III - Supervisory (Charge Nurse) to lead units on the 7:00pm–7:00am shift at San Antonio State Hospital. The role emphasizes supervision, patient safety, and compliance with nursing standards.

Required is an RN license in Texas and at least three years of RN experience. Immunization and background checks are part of pre-employment, with flexible hours including potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of RN work experience in a recognized health agency, hospital, or health care facility.
• Graduation from a Nursing Program accredited by the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess health/mental status on admission/transfer and document in patient records.
• Coordinate staffing and patient care activities and utilize nursing service personnel effectively.
• Facilitate admissions/transfers and ensure proper triage and status for patients.

Skills

Nursing supervision

CPR/Heimlich

Communication

Team coordination

Crisis management

Education

RN license (TX)

Nursing program accredited

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) in San Antonio seeks a Nurse III - Supervisory (Charge Nurse) to lead units on the 7:00pm–7:00am shift at San Antonio State Hospital. The role emphasizes supervision, patient safety, and compliance with nursing standards.

Required is an RN license in Texas and at least three years of RN experience. Immunization and background checks are part of pre-employment, with flexible hours including potential overtime.