Coordinator Job at Texas Department of State Health Services, Austin, TX

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  • Texas Department of State Health Services
  • Austin, TX

Job Description

Full job description

Date: Nov 25, 2024

Location: AUSTIN, TX

DSHS is committed to hiring skilled and dedicated individuals who share a passion for public health to pursue our vision of A Healthy Texas. If you are looking to make an impact and tackle new challenges, we encourage you to consider a career with us.


Employee Benefits:

DSHS offers insurance coverage and other benefits available through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan administered by the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS). To learn more about all the benefits available to you as a DSHS employee and other DSHS opportunities for early career pathways, visit the DSHS Careers Page.

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Functional Title: Trauma Designation Coordinator

Job Title: Nurse III




Agency: Dept of State Health Services


Department: EMS/Trauma Systems Section




Posting Number: 735

Closing Date: 03/02/2025




Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Healthcare Practitioners and Technical




Salary Group: TEXAS-B-24

Salary Range: $5,919.04$8,886.16




Shift: Day


Additional Shift:




Telework: Full-Time


Travel: Up to 20%




Regular/Temporary: Regular


Full Time/Part Time: Full time




FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt


Facility Location:




Job Location City: AUSTIN


Job Location Address: 1100 W 49TH ST (RDM)



Other Locations:



MOS Codes:

290X,46AX,46FX,46NX,46PX,46SX,46YX,66B,66C,66E,66F,66G,66H,66P,66R,66S,66T,66W




Brief Job Description:


The EMS/Trauma Systems Section Designation Program awards trauma, stroke, neonatal and maternal designations to hospitals meeting the designation rules and requirements. Designation Coordinators are registered nurses who participate in validation surveys, resurveys, initial surveys, investigations, and follow up visits related to the designation survey process. The designation coordinator serves as a preceptor for orientation of new surveyors and program managers.


Essential Job Functions (EJFs):


Designation Requirement Review: Conduct desk reviews, on-site surveys of facilities seeking initial designation or re-designation, to determine if requirements, regulations, and rules are met. Work includes compiling, review, and analysis of complex, technical information derived from clinical record reviews, facility program management and business record reviews, patient, and facility staff interviews, and onsite observations. (40%)


Training: Plans, assigns, and performs analysis of work for designation reports and defines needs for training and facility designation education. Provides consultation and serves as a preceptor and mentor in the orientation and initial training of newly employed designation surveyors and program managers. (30%)


Public Relations: Represents the agency by providing information and collaborating with stakeholders, customers, other state agencies, state and national partners. (15%)


Regional Advisory Council Participation: Shares updates on the designation process, rules, and survey process at the regional advisory council meetings and established technical assistance programs. (10%)


Disaster Response: May include serving in a supporting role and assisting to maintain continuity of operations of the agency. (5%)


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):


Knowledge of: state and federal health care laws and regulations relevant to program areas; health care facility operation, regulation, and procedures.


Skill in: managing multiple tasks and competing priorities; identifying problems, evaluating alternatives, and negotiating and implementing solutions; working collaboratively and cooperatively with culturally diverse groups.


Ability to: prepare and maintain records, complete appropriate data entry, interpret policies, procedures, and health care facility regulations, organize and present information effectively, both orally and in writing, use computers and software for word processing, database management, and report writing.


Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:


  • Registered Nurse Licensed in the State of Texas or a state that recognizes reciprocity through the Nurse Licensure Compact.

Initial Screening Criteria:


  • Bachelor’s degree in nursing required.
  • Graduation from an accredited program with experience in the assigned designated clinical areas.
  • Must have at least five years of registered nurse experience and working in a facility that has a level of designation (or provides equivalent care if applying from out of state and the state does not have designation processes).
  • Experience providing and directing the delivery of treatment and services in a clinical environment in hospitals.
  • Must have experience in performance improvement or quality assessment.
  • Experience as a designation program manager is preferred.


Additional Information:

  • The salary offered to the selected candidate will be at or near the midpoint of the posted salary range, depending on qualifications and other factors.

  • DSHS will provide telework employees with a computer and related equipment. Selected applicants must have a home office location free from distraction, the ability provide personal home internet service, and the ability to ensure confidentiality in the workplace.

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 for this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at


ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please notify the person who contacts you to schedule the interview. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747 or via email at HHSServiceCenter.Applications@ngahrhosting.com.


Salary Information, Pre-employment Checks, and Work Eligibility:

  • The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds.
  • Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
  • DSHS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 form



Nearest Major Market: Austin

Job Tags

Remote job, Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Home office, Shift work,

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