TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS
Location
Harlingen, Texas
Salary
$7,533 - $8,886 / MONTH
The PNMT Nurse evaluates and analyzes assessment information to provide physical and nutritional management recommendations for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individual health care plans and monitor the effectiveness of interventions.
Requires a valid Registered Nurse license in Texas (or compact state) and at least one year of experience as a practicing RN. A Bachelor's degree and experience with complex physical/nutritional needs or IDD populations are preferred.
08/04/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Healthcare Practitioners and Technical
$7,532.75 - $8,886.16 Pay Frequency: MonthlySalary Group: TEXAS-B-24 Shift: Day Additional Shift: 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: MOS Codes: 290X,46AX,46FX,46NX,46PX,46SX,46YX,66B,66C,66E,66F,66G,66H,66N,66P,66R,66S,66T,66W Brief
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! Free CEUs and updated resources through Lippincott access for all nurses. The Physical and Nutritional Management Team (PNMT) Nurse is a dedicated registered nurse who, as part of PNMT, evaluates and analyzes assessment information and provides recommendations for individuals who meet PNMT referral criteria or for whom the interdisciplinary team requires assistance. Plans, develops, evaluates, and treats physical and nutritional management issues from the nursing perspective and scope of practice as part of PNMT. Collaborates with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) throughout the PNMT process to provide current assessments, test results, medical history, lab reports, and other information in order to optimize integration of PNMT recommendations and plans into the Individual Support Plan (ISP). Performs and reviews Nurse Post-Hospitalization Assessment/Review following hospitalization for conditions listed in the referral criteria for PNMT. Reports the results of the post-hospitalization assessments/reviews to the PNMT to help determine if a referral is needed for specialized PNMT interventions. Analyzes data and develops PNMT recommendations with measurable goals and action plans. Assists with treatment/interventions to individuals on active PNMT caseload and monitors individuals’ progress. Collaborates to ensure plans and supports are properly implemented. Reports findings and recommendations for interventions in assigned meetings such as PNMT, skin integrity committee, or other designated oversight groups. Submits required report, performs documentation, and contributes to policy development as assigned. Reviews literature and research findings to keep abreast of physical and nutritional management specialized topics, nursing care standards, state and federal laws (ICF/IID rules and regulations). As needed (such as due to staffing issues, complex cases, or for the purpose of on-the-job training), provides direct care nursing services. Provides treatment to HHS employees injured in course and scope of employment. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. This position may be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on evenings, nights and/or weekends. Essential 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. Attends daily medical and/or other state center meetings to keep abreast of individuals’ health status. Tracks criteria to ensure the individual is referred to the PNMT for specialized supports/services when criteria are met as defined in Physical Nutritional Management policy. Participates in the PNMT to intervene with individuals who have health-related concerns/conditions for whom the IDT requires specialized assistance/services as outlined in the Physical Nutritional Management policy. Leads and/or participates in the PNMT during discussions and IDT meetings. Performs specialized nursing assessment(s) as indicated to gain additional information regarding the need for interventions related to physical and nutritional management supports. Analyzes assessment data and develops PNMT recommendations with measurable goals and action plans. Develops or participates in the development of the individual health care plan (IHCP) for individuals on active PNMT caseload. Documents in the PNMT progress notes. Collaborates with the IDT throughout the PNMT process to optimize integration of PNMT recommendations and plans into the ISP. Reviews all return from hospital documentation and performs PNMT Post-Hospitalization Assessment/Review following hospitalization for conditions listed in PNMT referral criteria for PNMT. Communicates and collaborates with the hospital liaison nurse for individuals who are hospitalized. Reports the results of the post-hospitalization assessments/reviews to the PNMT as part of the determination of PNMT services. Collaborates with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) throughout the PNMT process to provide current assessments, test results, medical history, lab reports, and other information in order to optimize integration of PNMT recommendations and plans into the Individual Support Plan (ISP). Supports the analysis and synthesis of pertinent data and monitors IDT implementation of PNMT recommendations. Assists the IDT in goal and action step development to improve the individual’s health status for PNMT criteria conditions. Collaborates with members of the PNMT as well as medical staff and other nurses as needed. Reports results of ISPA meetings to PNMT. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of the PNMP within the scope of nursing practice such as medication administration, positioning for oral and enteral feeding, positioning for reduced aspiration pneumonia and complications of Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Utilizes the results to identify areas of risk that can be addressed proactively to prevent new or existing issues. Makes recommendations on how to improve nursing, habilitation and direct care services and activities related to physical and nutritional management. Makes recommendations for additions or changes to standards of care to promote prevent illness and injuries. Collaborates with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) to instruct, counsel and assist with physical and nutritional management needs for individuals served by PNMT. Assists with treatment to individuals on active PNMT caseload, performs PNMT interventions, and monitors individuals’ progress. Monitors individuals for proper alignment during and after eating and during enteral feeding, medication administration, oral care, and other activities that may provoke swallowing difficulties. Participates in the evaluation of individuals receiving enteral nutrition to determine whether a tube is medically necessary, and plans are made to return to the least restrictive method of eating as appropriate. Collects and tracks activities of the PNMT and outcomes of specific individuals served and identifies, compiles, reviews, and analyzes data for general trends. Conducts PNMP and/or PNMT documentation audits as scheduled. Reports findings and recommendations for interventions in assigned meetings such as PNMT, skin integrity committee, or other designated oversight groups. As assigned, contributes to development, review and revision of PNM - related policies. As assigned, submits a monthly report on targeted areas such as causes of wounds, weight loss/gain, fractures. Reviews literature and research findings to keep abreast of physical and nutritional management specialized topics, nursing care standards, state and federal laws (ICF/IID rules and regulations) and serves as the resource person for physical and nutritional management from the nursing perspective. As assigned, collaborates with others to create and deliver specialized training/in-service material to prevent or decrease the opportunity for injury or illness for at-risk individuals on topics such as risk guidelines, aspiration pneumonia, PNMP philosophy content and procedures, positioning, lifting and transferring, dining/eating/oral intake and monitoring procedures. As needed (such as due to staffing issues, complex cases, or for the purpose of on-the-job training), provides direct care nursing services. Provides 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 and Abilities (KSAs):
Considerable knowledge of nursing techniques, standards, 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, best practices, and procedures; of program regulations and procedures; and of utilization review and control measures.
Knowledge of nursing care standards, the Settlement Agreement, and the Healthcare Guidelines or ability to quickly gain the knowledge.
Knowledge of evidence-based practices applicable to treatment of individuals with developmental disabilities.
Knowledge of state and federal laws and Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF-IID) rules, regulations, policies, and procedures related to SSLCs or ability to quickly gain that knowledge.
Knowledge of emergency procedures and emergency equipment, i.e., Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and ability to assess and care for residents and/or staff members in emergency situations.
Knowledge of wound and ostomy care and wound prevention.
Knowledge of Root Cause Analysis.
Skills in the use of computer/software and an electronic health record system, including the ability to create graphs for data collected.
Skill in writing policy, procedures and guidelines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present ideas clearly and concisely in both written and oral communications.
Skill in the care and treatment of patients.
Skill in working with individuals with complex physical and nutritional management needs.
Ability to provide patient care; to prepare and maintain records; to organize, coordinate, and evaluate nursing activities and delivery of health services; to interpret policies and procedures; to interpret health care regulations; to recognize patterns of medical necessity treatment; and to provide technical assistance and consultation to others.
Ability to interpret regulations and communicate them effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to appropriately interact with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities, with their family members, and with staff members and with staff members.
Ability to work independently and productively with all levels of staff.
Ability to train/in-service all levels of staff.
Ability to make recommendations to SSLC leadership including on-call administrators.
Must maintain current CPR certification. Must have strength and flexibility to safely perform CPR.
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.
Ability to make nursing decisions and recommendations to the team.
Physical skills to use CPR, safe use of restraint (SUR) and Ukeru techniques (once trained).
Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aide, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct and HHS List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE). 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. 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. Review our Tips for Success when applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC. Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans: Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions. ADA Accommodations: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS 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. Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility: Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks. HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form Telework Disclaimer: This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.
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