Inpatient Psychiatric Nursing Assistant III — Direct Care

Texas Health and Human Services Commission; Terrell (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission is seeking a Psychiatric Nursing Assistant III for Terrell Center for Youth. This role provides complex patient care under RN supervision in an inpatient psychiatric setting, contributing to recovery goals and unit programming.

The position requires at least two years of work experience, including psychiatric patient care, and adherence to safety and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of patient care techniques and treatment programs.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and charting.
• Effective interpersonal and leadership skills to work with team members.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for clear communication.
• Ability to train and guide others in patient care tasks.

Responsibilities

• Attends work regularly and may work a specific or rotating shift schedule.
• Supports recovery plans and engages patients with therapeutic communication.
• Assists with activities of daily living and promotes independence.
• Promotes safety and participates in crisis intervention under supervision.
• Performs duties with RN guidance and may mentor PNIs/IIs.

Skills

Patient care techniques

Basic computer skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Training ability

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services Commission is seeking a Psychiatric Nursing Assistant III for Terrell Center for Youth. This role provides complex patient care under RN supervision in an inpatient psychiatric setting, contributing to recovery goals and unit programming.

The position requires at least two years of work experience, including psychiatric patient care, and adherence to safety and documentation standards.