Marbridge Foundation
Hiring nurses in Manchaca, TX
From 1 posting and the employer’s site · Employer research Jul 5, 2026Sources
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The short version
Marbridge Foundation is a non-profit residential community in Manchaca, Texas, serving 275 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Founded in 1953 by Ed and Marge Bridges, it is one of the oldest and most established intentional IDD communities in the United States.
Employer research, Jul 5, 2026
The hard parts
Specialized IDD care setting may limit clinical skill development compared to acute care environments
Employer research, Jul 5, 2026
Non-profit organization which may offer lower compensation than larger hospital systems
Employer research, Jul 5, 2026
Smaller organization potentially offering fewer career advancement pathways for nurses
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Rural campus location in Manchaca, TX may not appeal to all commuting preferences
Employer research, Jul 5, 2026
What to ask
- How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
- Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
- How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
- What does a usual day’s workload look like?
- Where would I work, and on which unit or team?
- Which requirements must I meet before applying, and which can wait until after hire?
Living in Manchaca, TX
Manchaca is a quiet South Austin suburb where rolling Hill Country terrain meets city convenience. Nurses enjoy a relaxed residential pace with easy commutes to Austin's medical centers. The area offers authentic Texas charm, mature oak trees, and spacious lots, all just minutes from downtown Austin's vibrant dining and entertainment scene.
Browse roles in Manchaca- State price level · Texas
- 3% below the national average
- State index 97.1 (100 = national)
- Median gross rent
- $2,591/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
- Median household income
- $155,313/yr
- all local households, not nurse pay
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
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- marbridge.org
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