Job/Position DescriptionWould you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on peopleand#146;s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of each other, teamwork, and inclusivity? HSCS is dedicated to building a diverse community atmosphere where employees feel valued, supported, and accepted while providing specialized care for Texans in need. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interest you, we welcome your application for the position below.The Assistant Chief Nurse Executive 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 Hospital (SH). Ensures that patientand#146;s rights are protected by addressing issues found in patient care reports, client abuse and neglect reports, 24-hour reports, patient satisfaction surveys, and other hospital reporting mechanisms. Assists in the design, development, and implementation of systems that evaluate and contribute to the quality of patient care. Performs tasks, demonstrating involvement in furthering performance improvement and quality assessment initiatives between nursing and other professional disciplines. Provides consultation and training to nurse managers to assist them in developing their nursing staff. Develops, reviews, and revises nursing policies and procedures to promote a professional environment, promote the mission of the program and assure congruence with professional and organizational expectations. Reviews medical records and patient assessments to determine compliance with policies and procedures, correctness of assessment, standards of care, and quality of service. Works with external organizations such as universities, professional groups, advocacy groups, and the public to facilitate community involvement. Promotes a teaching environment that empowers nurses to provide effective, compassionate, and efficient nursing care. Supports the Chief Nurse Executive (CNE) to oversee implementation of quality assurance processes including overseeing and evaluating progress of Corrective Action Plans (CAP) and Quality Improvement Plans (QIP) related to nursing services. Works under the minimal supervision of the Chief Nurse Executive with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agencyand#146;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.Essential Job FunctionsAttends work on a regular basis and may be asked 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.Promotes a teaching environment that empowers nurses to provide effective, compassionate, and efficient nursing care. Fosters a climate for nursing practice that enhances job satisfaction through mutual respect for productivity and quality improvement. Facilitates, coaches, and mentorand#146;s others in the development and deployment of strategies to ensure optimal levels of nu https://jobshrportal.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENG/CareerPortal/job_profile.cfm?szOrderID=607751 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.