Nurse Clinician (RN) - Memorial Unit

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

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Correctional Managed Care’s mission is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). The Nurse Clinician provides direct nursing care to an assigned group of patients and applies the knowledge and skills required for competent professional nursing practice under the Texas Nurse Practice Act. The clinician works as a member of an interdisciplinary, patient-centered care team, manages unexpected or emergency situations commonly encountered in the assigned specialty population, and serves as a resource for other nursing staff. The position is located within a prison, jail, or juvenile detention center. Security clearance and pre-employment drug testing are required. This is an open-pooled position; education and experience will be considered, and the role may be filled at a lower or higher level as appropriate. Applicants with less than two years of experience may be considered for a Nurse Clinician II or Nurse Clinician I position, and recent graduates with temporary permits will also be considered. Salary is commensurate with relevant work experience.

Requirements

Registered Nurse (RN) with two years of clinical RN experience; applicants with less experience may be considered for a lower-level Nurse Clinician position.
Current license or valid permit to practice in Texas, which must be maintained.
Current BLS-HP certification.
Security clearance is required.
Pre-employment drug testing is required.

Responsibilities

Independently assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and document daily care for assigned patients.
Identify patients’ care needs, formulate nursing diagnoses, develop and individualize care plans, and revise plans as needed.
Execute physicians’ orders for assigned patients.
Administer medications and treatments and provide culturally congruent, specialty-appropriate nursing care in accordance with UTMB, TDCJ, and/or TJJD policies, procedures, and standards.
Perform routine and complex technical procedures and skills independently in the assigned specialty area.
Plan, coordinate, and prioritize patient care activities according to skill level and work complexity.
Manage unexpected or emergency situations commonly seen in the assigned specialty population.
Function as a member of an interdisciplinary, patient-centered care team and serve as a resource for other nursing staff.
Adhere to the department’s internal controls and reporting structure.
Perform related duties as required.