Night Shift Psychiatric Nurse Lead

Texas A&M International; Kerrville (TX); On-site; USD 73,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission’s Kerrville State Hospital seeks a Nurse II to supervise nursing staff, provide direct patient care, and ensure continuous 24-hour care across units. You will assess patients, coordinate shifts, and educate patients about treatments.

Under Nurse Administrator supervision, you’ll participate in planning, evaluating outcomes, and maintaining safety while complying with hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas or via reciprocity.
• At least six months of experience as a practicing RN; health-care facility experience preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess health/mental status on admission/transfer and ongoing; document care plan and outcomes.
• Supervise and evaluate nursing staff; coordinate scheduling within units.
• Provide direct nursing care as needed; ensure 24-hour continuity of care with other leaders.
• Educate patients and families about medications, illness, and treatments.

Skills

RN License

CPR Certification

Nursing Skills

Patient Assessment

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services Commission’s Kerrville State Hospital seeks a Nurse II to supervise nursing staff, provide direct patient care, and ensure continuous 24-hour care across units. You will assess patients, coordinate shifts, and educate patients about treatments.

Under Nurse Administrator supervision, you’ll participate in planning, evaluating outcomes, and maintaining safety while complying with hospital policies.