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I. TITLE: Nurse I (Registered Nurse) - (4411) (B20)II. DEFINITION: Under general supervision, conducts moderately complex nursing investigations of alleged violations of the laws, rules and regulations pertaining to advanced practice, professional and vocational nursing, primarily focusing on nursing practice issues.III. QUALIFICATIONS:A. Personal Characteristics1. High degree of professional integrity2. Dependable3. Self-reliant and uses independent good judgment4. Motivated to accomplish assigned tasks efficiently and effectively5. Highly organized and able to prioritize6. Excellent communication skills.7. Objective AttitudeB. EducationMinimum of an Associate Degree or Diploma in Nursing from an accredited or approved nursing program required. Two years nursing experience or specialized training in related nursing area. Must possess a current, unencumbered Texas Registered Nurse license.C. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities1. Ability to write and speak effectively.2. Ability to prioritize work tasks.3. Knowledge of investigative methods and processes.4. Knowledge of nursing methods and processes.5. Knowledge of state statutes and rules governing the practice of professional and vocational nursing in the State of Texas.6. Knowledge of the Administrative Procedures and Texas Register Act.7. Skill in objectively presenting evidence and testimony at informal conferences and formal disciplinary hearings.8. Skill in computer word processing.9. Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure including communications infrastructure and cybersecurity infrastructure.IV. RESPONSIBILITIES:Directly responsible to the Supervising Investigator. The Nurse I accomplishes the functions outlined in Section V in accordance with established policies and procedures.V. FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:A. While utilizing nursing knowledge, conducts investigation of licensees' alleged violations of the rules and regulations pertaining to the practice of advanced practice, professional and vocational nursing:1. Analyses assigned complaints to develop and implement investigative plan within accepted time frames.2. Prepares notices of alleged violations to nurses under investigation.3. Prepares subpoenas and obtains allegation specific relevant records.4. Identifies witnesses and obtains statements through affidavits/interviews.5. Conducts on-site investigations, as necessary, to interview witnesses and identify additional documentary evidence.6. Documents investigative activities, including all contacts with outside parties and in-coming correspondence, in N2 licensure system.7. Scans incoming correspondence, including responses, records, and statements.8. Develops and maintains a recordkeeping system to ensure the integrity of incoming documents.9. Confirms attorney representation and processes requests for records.10. Redacts records when appropriate.11. Reviews patient records, reports, and patient assessments. Prepares investigative case reports which include alleged violations, relevant evidence, and responses/explanations. Utilizes nursing knowledge in the analysis of patient care.12. Recommends appropriate case disposition to the Supervising Investigator/Director of Enforcement which are consistent with adopted Board guidelines and disciplinary matrix.B. Facilitates timely case resolution according to established guidelines.1. Ensures that Agreed Orders and Formal Charges are accurately drafted, routed, and mailed in a timely manner according to established processes.2. Ensures that documentary evidence and witness testimony are prepared for presentation at informal settlement conferences and formal disciplinary hearings, as applicable.3. Testifies at formal disciplinary hearings and participates in depositions, as applicable.C. Assists in the education of the public, employers, and nurses.1. Adheres to agency Customer Service Standards when responding to inquiries regarding the NPA and Board Rules, policies, and procedures.2. Maintains courteous, effective communication with co-workers and supervisors to promote teamwork in accomplishing departmental and agency functions.3. Refers questions regarding licensing, education, or nursing practice to appropriate Board staff.VI. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTA. Refer to personnel policies for other conditions of employment.B. Up to 25% travel.C. This position is exempt from the Fair Labors Standards Act (FLSA). The Texas Board of Nursing is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, genetic information, or status as an individual with a disability or protected veteran in its hiring and recruitment process. Veterans' and former foster youth employment preferences are granted as required by law. The Texas Board of Nursing participates in E-Verify, and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.MILITARY CROSSWALK:ARMY: Enlisted: No military equivalent Officer: 66B, 66C, 66E, 66F, 66G, 66H, 66P, 66R, 66S, 66T, 66W, 66NNAVY: Enlisted: No military equivalent Officer: 290XCOAST GUARD: Enlisted: No military equivalent Officer: No military equivalentMARINE CORPS: Enlisted: No military equivalent Officer: No military equivalentAIR FORCE: Enlisted: No military equivalent Officer: 46AX, 46FX, 46NX, 46PX, 46SX, 46YXSPACE FORCE: Enlisted: No military equivalent Officer: No military equivalent
Qualifications: III. QUALIFICATIONS:A. Personal Characteristics1. High degree of professional integrity2. Dependable3. Self-reliant and uses independent good judgment4. Motivated to accomplish assigned tasks efficiently and effectively5. Highly organized and able to prioritize6. Excellent communication skills.7. Objective AttitudeB. EducationMinimum of an Associate Degree or Diploma in Nursing from an accredited or approved nursing program required. Two years nursing experience or specialized training in related nursing area. Must possess a current, unencumbered Texas Registered Nurse license.C. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities1. Ability to write and speak effectively.2. Ability to prioritize work tasks.3. Knowledge of investigative methods and processes.4. Knowledge of nursing methods and processes.5. Knowledge of state statutes and rules governing the practice of professional and vocational nursing in the State of Texas.6. Knowledge of the Administrative Procedures and Texas Register Act.7. Skill in objectively presenting evidence and testimony at informal conferences and formal disciplinary hearings.8. Skill in computer word processing.9. Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure including communications infrastructure and cybersecurity infrastructure.
