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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION Nursing Operations Officer (NOO) in AUSTIN, Texas
Job/Position DescriptionNurse IVCome 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{target="blank"}The state of Texas offers many benefits{target="blank"} to employees. HHSC is a qualifying organization for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program{target="blank"}, which forgives the remaining balance on college student Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments. We also offer excellent health benefits{target="blank"}, a lifetime monthly retirement annuity{target="blank"}as well as 401(k) and 457 Programs{target="blank"} 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.The Nursing Operations Officer performs advanced professional nursing work overseeing and evaluating nursing policies, procedures and activities within the scope of practice attributed to the skills of a registered nurse at the State Supported Living Center (SSLC). Oversees and evaluates the day-to-day resident care operations of the nursing department toward achieving the goal and objectives of the nursing department. Oversees processes used by Nurse Managers and RN Shift Supervisors to ensure 24-hour direct care nursing services are provided in accordance with resident needs and treatment plans. Oversees the implementation of established nursing policies and procedures. Develops, reviews, and revises nursing policies and procedures. Assists the CNE in developing guidelines to promote compliance with nursing laws, rules, and regulations. Explains nursing policies, procedures and guidelines to others. Oversees the management of nursing personnel and personnel issues, including management of contracted nursing staff. Participates in and oversees nursing staff participation in the interdisciplinary team process. Collaborates and coordinates closely with medical staff, other nursing staff, and other department heads to ensure integration of nursing services toward optimal outcomes for persons served. Coordinates and evaluates the provision of education and training to nursing staff and others. Supports the CNE to oversee implementation of corrective action plans and quality improvement plans. Oversees the daily nursing care of the residents of the SSLC. Provides direct care nursing services when needed. Serves as a resource to nurse managers, provides consultation and technical assistance to nursing staff on complex cases. Reviews nursing records to determin https://jobshrportal.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENG/CareerPortal/job_profile.cfm?szOrderID=614457 Copy the URL in the preceding sentence to an Internet Explorer browser to apply to the job directly through the Texas Health and Human Services Career Portal.