Nurse III Physical Nutritional Management Team RN - Manager
Company: Texas Health & Human Services Commission
Location: Denton
Posted on: May 23, 2023
|
|
Job Description:
Nurse III Physical Nutritional Management Team RNCome work in an
environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and
believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level
of wellness and independence.
The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual
and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who
have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct
services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state.
Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers
The state of Texas offers many benefits to employees. HHSC is a
qualifying organization for the Federal Public Service Loan
Forgiveness Program, which forgives the remaining balance on
college student Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly
payments. We also offer excellent health benefits, a lifetime
monthly retirement annuityas well as 401(k) and 457 Programs under
the Employees Retirement System of Texas.
If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a
career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!
Free CEUs and updated resources through Lippincott access for all
nurses.
Physical Nutritional Management Team Nurse (Nurse III), under the
direction of the Director of Habilitation Therapies (DHT), is
responsible for actively serving as a dedicated core team member of
the Physical Nutritional Management Team (PNMT), a team of
specialists with knowledge and expertise in the development of
Physical Nutritional Management Plans who meet to provide
comprehensive assessment and determine appropriate intervention for
persons whose identified health status places them at the highest
risk of potential or actual injury and/or illness. The PNMT nurse
along with the team will perform specialized assessments, analyze
the results of assessments, make recommendations with measurable
outcomes, develop action plans, determine monitors and monitoring
schedules, re-evaluate regularly as determined by risk level and
outcomes, and integrate recommendations into the Personal Support
Plan (PSP). The position requires a working knowledge of the
Settlement Agreement Section O (Minimum Common Elements of Physical
Nutritional Management), Health Care Guidelines for Physical
Management, State Supported Living Centers At-Risk policy and
process, nursing issues in Physical Nutrional Management including
but not limited to enteral eating, dysphagia, aspiration,
medication administration monitoring, pneumonia/respiratory
problems, dehydration, hypothermia, seizures, urinary tract
infections. The PNMT nurse shall demonstrate clear and concise
verbal and written English communication skills; computer skills;
and the ability to facilitate discussions/meetings and work
collaboratively with the Personal Support Team (PST), medical
staff, and other disciplines. The nurse is under the direction of
the DHT with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and
independent judgment. The position will provide regular, thorough
analysis of the PNMT process/operations with recommendations for
improvement to the DHT. In addition, this position will provide
training and guidance to nursing and other staff as it relates to
physical nutritional management. Provide treatment to HHS employees
injured in course and scope of employment. Essential Job
Functions:
Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a
specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule,
extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave
policy and performs other duties as assigned. May be assigned to an
on-call rotation depending on SSLC needs.
1) Performs assessments of individuals who are determined to be a
highest risk and who have been referred to the PNMT.
2) Participates in design of programming and supports based on
assessment.
3) Performs competency-based training for staff in working with
individuals who are at high risk.
4) Participates as an active member of the Physical Nutritional
Management Team and PST for individuals served.
5) Monitors PNMT recommendations, implementation, outcomes,
documentation and other activities related to PNMT activities.
6) Must demonstrate considerable knowledge of nursing techniques
and procedures; of health care laws and regulations; of medical
diagnoses and procedures; of accepted medical treatment patterns;
of community health and nursing care principles, practices, and
procedures; of program regulations and procedures.
7) Medical record interpretation, including diagnosis and treatment
planning.
8) Project facilitation.
9) Analysis of data, making and implementing recommendations.
10) Provide treatment to HHS employees injured in course and scope
of employment.
Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively
participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the
agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or
Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may
require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.
Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Knowledge of nursing techniques and procedures; of health care laws
and regulations; speciaized training or experience demonstrating
competence in working with individuals with complex physical and
nutritional management needs; medical diagnoses and procedures;
accepted medical treatment practices; program regulations and
procedures; and quality management tracking and trending. Working
knowledge of evidence based practices applicable to treatment of
individuals with developmental disabilities. Knowledge of Root
Cause Analysis. Must have the ability to: provide patient care;
prepare and maintain records and databases; interpret policies and
procedures; interpret health care regulations; appropriately
interact with individuals with developmental disabilities and staff
members. Knowledge of nursing care standards and best practices.
Ability to interpret regulations and communicate them effectively
both orally and in writing. Knowledge of state and federal laws and
ICF-IID rules, regulations, poicy and procedures related to State
Supported Living Center campuses preferred. Strong knowledge and
application of computer/software. Possess strong interpersonal
skills with the ability to negotiate and facilitate. Proven time
management skills. Manage multiple projects. Ability to work
independently and productively with all levels of staff. Ability to
prioritize work in alignment with departmental needs and manage
multiple deadlines. Ability to motivate all levels of staff and
facilitate change. Proven ability to demonstrate flexibility and
willingness to accept additional responsibility as needed. Ability
to make nursing decisions and recommendations to the team.
Commitment to facility workplace and service values. Physical
skills to use CPR and PMAB techniques. Registration or Licensure
Requirements:
Licensed to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas
(or a state that recognizes reciprocity through the Nurse Licensure
Compact) Initial Selection Criteria:
1. Licensed by the Texas Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse or
a state that recognizes reciprocity through the Nurse Licensure
Compact.
2. Experience in assessment and documentation of health status
3. Three (3) years nursing experience, including experience in
physical and emotional assessment preferred
4. Previous experience working with persons with developmental
disabilities preferred.
Additional Information:
Requisition #563174
All applicants must pass: pre-employment drug screen, fingerprint
criminal background check, and Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting
System (CANRS), Employee Misconduct Registry and Nurse/Aide
Registry checks. Males between the ages of 18 - 25 must be
registered with the Selective Service. All State Supported Living
Center employees are subject to random drug testing.
All State Supported Living Center employees are subject to Random
drug testing.
Position hours are Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm. Flexibility in work
hours may be required for this position. The position may be
required to work overtime and/or extended hours. Must be willing to
work weekends and holidays.
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered
for employment at a state-operated facility.
All new hire candidates will be required to receive COVID-19
medical screening (nasal test) as part of the due diligence
process.
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
Personal protective equipment required and provided
Temperature screenings
Social distancing guidelines in place
Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
Vaccines available for employees
MOS Code:
Note: Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection
criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this
position may include: 68C, 66N/P/W, 290X, 46FX, 46NX, 46SX. For
more information see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk
at
http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx
Top 10 Tips for Success when Applying to Jobs at HHSC and DSHS
HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation
with you on your first day of work.
I-9 Form - Click here to download the I-9 form.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS
agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring
and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability.
If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact
the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are
contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in
the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the
interview.
Keywords: Texas Health & Human Services Commission, Denton , Nurse III Physical Nutritional Management Team RN - Manager, Executive , Denton, Texas
Click
here to apply!
|