Medical APRN
Listed on 2026-10-02
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Healthcare
Healthcare Nursing, Healthcare Consultant
Medical APRN (21884)
Posting 21884
-Posted
09/28/2026
- Health & Human Services Comm
- Physician Svs
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical
- Rio Grande State Supported Living Center
- Not Eligible for Telework
- Additional Shifts available (1) -f. $11000 - $14999 per month
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.
Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage .
Functional
Title:
Medical APRN Job Title: Advanced Practice RN II Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: Physician Svs Posting Number: 21884 Closing Date: 12/27/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Salary Range: $11,800.00-$14,356.00 Pay Frequency: Monthly Salary Group: TEXAS-B-29 Shift: Day Additional Shift: Days (First)
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework Travel: Up to 5%
Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Facility
Location:
Rio Grande State Supported Living Center Job Location City: HARLINGEN Job Location Address: 1401 S RANGERVILLE RD Other Locations: None MOS Codes: 290X,46YX,66P,66R,HS
Job Description:
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
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 Advanced Practice RN is hired by the Medical Director subject to the approval of the SSLC Director. Oversees and performs advanced clinical medical care under the supervision of a physician. Assesses, plans, and provides comprehensive patient care independently or in collaboration with other health care professionals. Directs medical activities/treatment, monitors trends and activities, and makes recommendations for improvement. Utilizes advanced nursing skills in the treatment and care of patients to include medical assessments, limited prescriptive authority, and the evaluation of the efficacy and progress of a patient's individualized care plan.
Provides treatment to HHS employees injured in course and scope of employment. Performs all other duties as assigned by the Medical Director/Facility Director, including planning, assigning, and/or supervising the work of others. Works under the clinical and administrative supervision of the Medical Director and/or other supervising physician. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Job Functions (EJFs):
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 serve in an on-call status on a rotating schedule as required to meet operational needs of the facility.]
Operates within the scope of their licensure to promote and maintain a therapeutic and safe medical environment. Oversees and provides acute care to individuals, including daily assessment for acute health problems or injury in the clinic and/or infirmary. The assessment includes diagnosis, treatment and a plan of care with documentation of the acute issue, assessing injuries, including possible sutures and/or referrals to hospital or emergency room.
Prescribes medication, within the scope of their licensure and training. Refers all care decisions that fall outside the scope of licensure and expertise to the treatment team or a Medical Doctor (MD).
Provides chronic care to individuals, which includes a quarterly assessment for individuals with identified chronic health care diagnosis, a review of…
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