Registered Nurse (RN)
About The Position
Employees in this classification perform responsible professional nursing care at a unit of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Responsible for the care and treatment of patients in accordance with accepted nursing and medical standards administrative nursing personnel. Supervises other subordinate clinic personnel. Work is performed under correctional clinic conditions; position requires a high degree of contact with patients, other clinic personnel and outside professionals. Utilize the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system to accurately document and communicate patient information, supporting clinical decision-making and enhancing patient care. Assist with or perform patient examinations, assessments, and procedures, ensuring timely and accurate documentation of all interventions in the EMR. Administer or assist in the administration of medications, including proper documentation in accordance with clinical protocols. Support patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to ensure safe and efficient care transitions. Prepare, operate, and maintain medical equipment and instruments required for exams, treatments, and procedures.
Requirements
- Current RN License in the State of Texas, or ability to transfer license to Texas, or scheduled to complete a program of nursing within 120 days of applying for a position.
- Graduated from an approved accredited nursing program.
- New graduates must pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX- RN) on the first attempt.
Responsibilities
- Perform responsible professional nursing care.
- Provide care and treatment of patients in accordance with accepted nursing and medical standards.
- Supervise other subordinate clinic personnel.
- Utilize the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system to accurately document and communicate patient information.
- Assist with or perform patient examinations, assessments, and procedures.
- Administer or assist in the administration of medications.
- Support patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.
- Prepare, operate, and maintain medical equipment and instruments.
Benefits
- Shift differential pay for night and weekend shifts: Registered Nurse Shift Differential: Day Shift Employees: Earn an extra $4.00 per hour for shifts worked on Saturday and Sunday. Night Shift Employees: Earn an extra $4.00 per hour for shifts worked Monday through Friday. Earn an extra $8.00 per hour for shifts worked on Saturday and Sunday.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
