Correctional Nurse

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Wichita Falls (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Mother-Friendly workplace

Gym discounts

Travel discounts

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Managed Care is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to deliver professional nursing care within a correctional clinic setting, supervising subordinate clinic staff and coordinating patient treatment in line with medical standards. The position emphasizes direct patient care and collaboration with outside professionals.

The role includes triaging sick calls, documenting in EMR, administering medications, and performing nursing rounds.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Texas or ability to transfer.
• Graduated from an approved nursing program.
• New graduates must pass NCLEX-RN on first attempt.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Reports data; identifies and reports alterations in patient responses to assist in the identification of problems and goals.
• Assists with or performs exams and procedures and documents intervention in EMR.
• Prepares and operates necessary equipment and instruments for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Administer or assist with administration or documentation of medications.
• Maintains counts of sharps, instruments, & logs.
• Maintains working knowledge of current issues and treatment modalities.
• Participates in the Managed Care team goals.
• Triage sick call requests.
• Performs nursing rounds as needed in all required areas.

Skills

RN license

NCLEX-RN

BLS/CPR

Education

Nursing degree from accredited program

Job description

Position Description

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.

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.

Major/Essential Functions

• Reports data; identifies and reports alterations in patient responses to assist in the identification of problems and formulation of goals /outcomes.
• Assists with or performs exams and procedures and documents intervention in EMR.
• Prepares and operates necessary equipment and instruments for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Administer or assist with administration or documentation of medications
• Assures that physical counts of sharps, instruments, & keys are correct and documented in appropriate logs.
• Maintains working knowledge of current issues and treatment modalities.
• Effectively participates in the overall goals of the Managed Care team.
• Responds to all request in a timely manner as required.
• Support the goal of the unit by attending meetings.
• Triage sick call request.
• Performs nursing rounds as needed in all required areas.

About Managed Care

Since 1989, TTUHSC Managed Care has been providing clinical and operational support to correctional facilities throughout West Texas and other regional areas. We serve approximately 30,000 patients utilizing a broad range of comprehensive medical and health services. TTUHSC Managed Care strives to positively impact the lives of our patients, to include many who had no previous access to quality health care.

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.

Required Qualifications

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. No experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous nursing experience in a medical/surgical environment
• Experience working in a correctional setting
• Current BLS/CPR
• Previous wound care experience

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members 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 team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

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

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.