Nurse Clinician (RN) PBL - Terrell Unit

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Rosharon (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Nurse Clinician (RN) for the Terrell Unit. This role involves providing direct nursing care, managing patient needs, and working within a correctional facility. Candidates must be licensed RNs with clinical experience, ready to join a dedicated team focused on patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Two years of clinical RN experience required.
• Current Texas RN license or valid permit required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate daily care of patients.
• Execute physician's orders and administer medications.
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

Assessment

Emergency Management

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Job description

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The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD).

JOB SUMMARY:

Competent clinician to provide direct nursing care to an assigned group of patients and possesses knowledge and skill to meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Texas Nurse Practice Act. Competently functions as a member of an interdisciplinary care team which is focused and patient centered. Manages unexpected or emergency situations that are commonly seen in assigned specialty population. Serves as a resource for other nursing staff.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Competently and independently assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents the daily care of assigned patients.
• Competently identifies patients care needs, formulates appropriate nursing diagnoses, develops and individualizes care plan, and revises plan of care as needed.
• Competently executes physician's orders for all assigned patients: Administers medications and treatments and delivers culturally congruent and specialty appropriate competent nursing care in accordance with UTMB, TDCJ and/or TJJD policies, procedures, and standards in a caring and compassionate manner.
• Competently and independently performs routine and complex technical procedures/skills in assigned specialty area.
• Competently and independently plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities according to skill level and work complexity.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure established for department.
• Performs related duties as required.
  
  

EQUIPMENT:

Standard patient care supplies, equipment and mechanical devices.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Located within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Registered Nurse (RN) with two (2) years of clinical RN experience.
• Must possess and maintain a current license or valid permit to practice in Texas.
• Current BLS-HP required.
  
  

This is an open-pooled position. Education/experience will be considered and the position may be filled at a lower or higher level, as appropriate. Applicants with less than two (2) years of experience will be considered for a Nurse Clinician II or Nurse Clinician I position.

This is a non-benefit eligible position limited to a maximum of 19 hours per week.

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-Rosharon

Work Locations

CT Terrell Facility

Job

Nursing & Care Management

Organization

UTMB Health

Regular

Shift

Standard

Employee Status

Non-Manager

Job Posting

May 9, 2025, 12:34:08 PM

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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