Nurse Clinician III TDCJ Med Surg

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston is seeking a Registered Nurse with two years of clinical RN experience to join our Nursing & Care Management team. The role requires Texas license and current BLS; the incumbent will provide patient-centered care and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.

This posting reflects UTMB Health's commitment to high standards of practice and to supporting employees, with day-shift responsibilities in a non-manager role within a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• RN with two years of clinical RN experience.
• Must possess and maintain a current license or valid permit to practice in Texas.
• Current BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered nursing care in accordance with the Texas Nurse Practice Act and ANA standards.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure quality care and safety.
• Respond to emergencies and contingencies on the clinical unit.

Education

Registered Nurse license (Texas)

Job description

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

RN with two years of clinical RN experience. Must possess and maintain a current license or valid permit to practice in Texas. Current BLS required.

JOB SUMMARY

Competent Clinician. Possesses knowledge and skill to meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Texas Nurse Practice Act. Experienced, knowledgeable and skilled in specialty area. Competently functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Practice is characterized by predominantly interdependent decision-making. Practice is problem focused and patient centered in the manner care is provided. Able to manage unexpected or emergency situations that are commonly seen in assigned specialty population. Serves as a resource for Nurse Clinician I or II. Can manage commonly seen contingency situations that arise on the clinical unit. Provides patient care through nursing practices based upon the American Nurses Association Standards of Professional Practice, and Professional Performance. Values specialty unit, nursing, and institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Galveston

Work Locations

0449 - TDCJ Hospital

Job

Nursing & Care ManagementRegular

Employee Status

Non-Manager

Job Level

Day Shift

Job Posting

Nov 10, 2026, 4:16:37 PM