Correctional Nurse

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Mother-friendly workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse to provide professional nursing care at the Montgomery County Jail. The role involves direct patient care, documentation, and coordination with LVNs and other clinical staff in a correctional setting.

Licensed in Texas or eligible for licensure transfer, the candidate should have completed an accredited nursing program.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the State of Texas or ability to transfer license to Texas.
• Graduated from an approved accredited nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct nursing services to patients in the health facility following standards of care and documents activity in health records.
• Assists with exams and procedures within the RN scope of practice, with documentation in health records.
• Ensures patient medications are administered following policies and procedures and documented in medication systems.
• Receives and responds to patient care requests according to policy and standards.
• Performs nursing rounds and documents all complaints in the health record.
• Oversees the clinical practice of LVNs and other clinical personnel in the health facility.

Skills

Direct patient care

Clinical nursing skills

Documentation accuracy

Education

RN degree from accredited program

Job description

Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For ,TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits , including paid leave,retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so muchmore. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positiveenvironment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as wechange the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the livesof others by educating students, providing excellent patient care,and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSCgraduates more health care professionals than any other health careinstitution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees andcertificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. Byproviding comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 millionindividuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancingthe health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is whereworld-class education meets compassionate patient care – and webelieve that our people are the reason for our institution’slasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative andsupportive community that empowers each individual to do their bestwork. Through our values-based culture , TTUHSC iscommitted to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with apositive culture that puts people first.

Visa Information

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visapetitions in accordance with the directive issued by GovernorAbbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required.On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsoreligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employerpetitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the$100,000 fee, if applicable.

Position Description

Employees in this classification perform responsible professionalnursing care at Montgomery County Jail. Responsible for the careand treatment of patients in accordance with accepted nursing andmedical standards administrative nursing personnel. Supervisesother subordinate clinic personnel. Work is performed undercorrectional clinic conditions; position requires a high degree ofcontact with patients, other clinic personnel and outsideprofessionals.

Major/Essential Functions

• Provides direct nursing services to patients in the healthfacility following standards of care of the department, documentingactivities timely and accurately in patients' health records.
• Assists with exams and procedures, within the RN scope ofpractice, with all activities clearly and concisely documented inpatients’ health records.
• Ensures patient medications are administered following clinicaland compliance policies and procedures. Ensures activities aredocumented clearly and concisely in medication systems andpatients’ health records timely and accurately.
• Receives, documents, assesses, and responds to patient carerequests according to policy and standards of the department.
• Performs nursing rounds per department standards; any and allcomplaints are documented in patients’ health record.
• Oversees the clinical practice of LVNs and other clinicalpersonnel in the health facility.

Required Qualifications

• Current RN License in the State of Texas, or ability totransfer license to Texas, or scheduled to complete a program ofnursing within 120 days of applying for a position. Graduated froman approved accredited nursing program.
• New graduates must pass the National Council LicensureExamination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX- RN) on the first attempt.No experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in nursing (LVN/RN), with at least 3years of experience as an RN.
• Acute care (Med/Surg, ICU, ER) nursing experience

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our teammembers can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being.Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options –Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time teammembers
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leaveand more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members byproviding opportunities for personal and professional growth,including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, andhealth and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a varietyof other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms andgolf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities,and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Job Type

Part Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Pay Grade Minimum

$21.28

Pay Grade Maximum

$47.67

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of theindividual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiringdepartment, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additionalinformation, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan .

Grant Funded?

No

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Other

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,disability, genetic information or status as a protectedveteran.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and CampusCrime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges anduniversities participating in federal financial aid programs tomaintain and disclose campus crime statistics and securityinformation. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publishand distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & CrimeStatistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students andemployees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act websiteat https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.