Clinical Lead RN - Behavioral Health Clinic

The Annex; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Annex in Austin, TX is seeking a Clinic RN to provide clinical oversight, coordinate nursing services across mental health treatment levels, including weekends. The role emphasizes patient safety and integration of medical and psychiatric care within the interdisciplinary team.

You will lead LVNs, supervise nursing workflows, ensure accurate documentation, and participate in incident investigations. A BSN is preferred, active TX RN license, and 3–5 years in behavioral health are expected,

Qualifications

• BSN preferred and Texas RN license active.
• 3–5 years nursing experience in behavioral health.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Valid Texas driver’s license.
• Clinical leadership or charge-nurse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical guidance and coordination for LVNs and unlicensed staff.
• Participates in hiring input, onboarding support, scheduling coordination, performance feedback, and clinical coaching.
• Maintains oversight of nursing workflows including medication management, infection control practices, and clinical documentation standards.
• Leads nursing huddles or meetings and participates in leadership, safety, and quality-improvement initiatives.
• Develops, implements, and maintains nursing policies and procedures aligned with Texas regulations and Joint Commission requirements.
• Oversees all aspects of medication administration processes, including storage, reconciliation, monitoring, and documentation.
• Maintains accurate nursing documentation and ensures EMR records meet all regulatory and accreditation standards.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Behavioral health

EMR proficiency

Infection control

Medication management

Crisis response

Communication

Education

Texas RN license

BSN preferred

BLS/CPR certification

Driver’s license

Job description

The Annex in Austin, TX is seeking a Clinic RN to provide clinical oversight, coordinate nursing services across mental health treatment levels, including weekends. The role emphasizes patient safety and integration of medical and psychiatric care within the interdisciplinary team.

You will lead LVNs, supervise nursing workflows, ensure accurate documentation, and participate in incident investigations. A BSN is preferred, active TX RN license, and 3–5 years in behavioral health are expected,