Youth Psychiatric Nurse I (Inpatient)

Health & Human Services Comm; Terrell (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid employee health insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Generous time off benefits

Job summary

Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) in Texas is seeking a Nurse I at the Terrell Center for Youth. The role involves entry-level to routine nursing work in a state hospital under supervision, performing comprehensive assessments and administering medications.

You will contribute to the recovery plan and ensure a safe therapeutic milieu, with opportunities for disaster response and varied shift patterns.

Qualifications

• RN license in Texas (or compact licensure).
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Ability to pass background checks and meet pre-employment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments of patients' nursing needs.
• Administer medications and maintain MAR records.
• Develop and contribute to individualized recovery plans with the team.
• Provide patient and family teaching and coping strategies.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic milieu and document care.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Medication administration

Patient care

Documentation

Education

Licensed RN in Texas

Nursing degree (BSN preferred)

Job description

Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) in Texas is seeking a Nurse I at the Terrell Center for Youth. The role involves entry-level to routine nursing work in a state hospital under supervision, performing comprehensive assessments and administering medications.

You will contribute to the recovery plan and ensure a safe therapeutic milieu, with opportunities for disaster response and varied shift patterns.