Correctional Nursing Assistant

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, TX seeks a Correctional Nursing Assistant to provide basic nursing care under supervision and support the care team throughout shifts.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma with CNA training or related experience, and CPR certification may be preferred. The role is full-time, day shift, with pay based on institutional scales and benefits. TTUHSC offers health plans, PTO, retirement plans, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma.
• Completion of a nursing assistant training course or six months experience as a nursing assistant or completion of a Patient Care Technician course.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care under supervision of a licensed nurse or physician.
• Measure vital signs, glucose, and weights; report abnormalities to the primary nurse.
• Conduct EKGs as needed and monitor skin integrity and signs of pressure injury.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment by managing sharps, fridge temps, meals, and glucometer calibration.
• Assist with supply management and inventory rotation.
• Follow infection control protocols and keep areas clean.
• Support the care team during emergencies and assist in other areas as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor to support efficient unit operation.

Skills

Nursing assistant training

Six months nursing assistant work

Patient Care Technician course

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Extended Job Title

Correctional Nursing Assistant

Position Description

This position is responsible for provision of basic nursing careand services that are performed under the direct supervision of alicensed nurse or physician in a correctional institution.

Requisition ID

45092BR

Optional Attachments

Professional/Personal Reference

Travel Required

None

Pay Grade Maximum

$21.00 hourly

Major/Essential Functions

• Perform patient-specific care tasks such as assisting withhygiene, linen changes, repositioning, ambulation, and feeding.Measure and record vital signs, blood glucose levels, and weights;promptly report abnormalities to the primary nurse.
• Conduct EKGs as needed and report any changes in skin integrityor signs of pressure injury.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment by checkingand replacing sharps containers, monitoring refrigeratortemperatures, passing ice, and assisting with patient meals. Cleanand calibrate glucometers and report any unsafe or unsecuredequipment or environmental hazards.
• Assist with supply management by restocking items under theguidance of the Charge Nurse, monitoring inventory, and rotatingstock to ensure items remain within expiration dates.
• Follow infection control protocols by ensuring proper equipmentstorage, cleaning shared spaces such as the break room and nurses’station, and assisting with patient room cleaning.
• Take initiative in supporting the care team, includingassisting nurses during emergencies and volunteering to help inother areas as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor to supportefficient unit operation and high-quality patient care.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

$16.44 hourly

Pay Basis

Hourly

Work Location

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications

Current CPR certification.

Department

RMF- LTC

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

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 .

Occasional Duties

Any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Shift

Day

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.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma.
• Completion of a nursing assistant training course OR six monthsexperience as a nursing assistant OR Completion of a Patient CareTechnician Course.

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.

Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For ,TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellentbenefits , 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.

Since 1989, TTUHSCManaged Care has served as a healthcare delivery service,providing high-quality, low cost healthcare to patients within theTexas Department of Criminal Justice system. We provide medical,mental health, and dental services to patients in 22 facilitiesthroughout West Texas. Managed Care emphasizes our values-basedculture in all we do.

The John Montford Unit in Lubbock, TX is an accredited regionalmedical and mental health facility, within the TTUHSC Managed Caresystem which specializes in providing access to a comprehensivearray of medical, psychiatric, and ancillary healthcare services. Amultidisciplinary team of 200+ healthcare professionals connecttheir passion with their work to support more than 55,000 patientencounters annually to ensure TTUHSC, a nationally recognizedleader in correctional health care, delivers on its mission ofproviding access to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare. Get aninside look at the Montford Unit and watch a quick video about ourmission HERE.

Benefits

• 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.

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.