Nurse Clinician IV TDCJ JSA South Infirmary

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) • Galveston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Proficient Clinician. Possesses knowledge and skill to meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Texas Nurse Practice Act. Practice is characterized by a balance of interdependent/independent decision-making and a consistent holistic approach to patient care. Proficiently functions with the interdisciplinary team; initiates team action to address patient care problems. Serves as a strong clinical leader on the unit. Directs others in responding to emergent or unusual situations. Takes the lead in developing, implementing and evaluating evidence-based standards of practice for specialty area. Provides patient care through nursing practices based upon the American Nurses Association Standards of Professional Practice and Professional Performance. Values specialty unit, nursing, and institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals.

Requirements

• RN with Bachelor’s in Nursing
• Four years of clinical RN experience
• Approved specialty certification
• Current RN license or valid temporary permit to practice in Texas
• Current BLS required

Responsibilities

• Meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Texas Nurse Practice Act
• Function proficiently with the interdisciplinary team
• Initiate team action to address patient care problems
• Serve as a strong clinical leader on the unit
• Direct others in responding to emergent or unusual situations
• Take the lead in developing, implementing and evaluating evidence-based standards of practice for specialty area
• Provide patient care through nursing practices based upon the American Nurses Association Standards of Professional Practice and Professional Performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior