Psychiatric Advanced Nurse Pra in Mexia, TX

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Psychiatric Advanced Practice RN II

Come 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!

The Psychiatric Advanced Practice RN oversees and performs highly advanced (senior-level) psychiatric care under the clinical supervision of an assigned psychiatrist. Assesses, plans, and provides comprehensive psychiatric patient care independently or in collaboration with other health care professionals. Meets face to face with individuals served as needed. Directs psychiatric activities/treatment, monitors trends and activities, and makes recommendations for improvement. Prescribes medications, to include antipsychotics, orders and interprets laboratory and diagnostic testing, consults, and referrals, in accordance with their scope of practice. Performs all other duties as assigned by the supervisor, including planning, assigning, and/or supervising the work of others; and representing the supervisor and/or other psychiatrists in their absence. Participates in the quality assessment and quality improvement initiatives. Serves as a leader of the individual's interdisciplinary team. Works under the clinical and administrative supervision of the Medical Director and/or other delegating physician or psychiatrist with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. May also work collaboratively with physicians and psychiatrists via telemedicine.

Shift statement: This position may be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on evenings, nights and/or weekends.

MSP statement: This position may also be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on maximum security locations.