Senior Correctional RN: Acute Care & Care Coordination

University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC); El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC) is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to deliver patient care within a correctional facility using the nursing process. You will assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate care while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive patient outcomes.

The role requires a BSN, a Texas RN license, CPR, and ED-level certifications (PALS/ACLS/TNCC or ATCN). Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred to serve diverse populations.

Qualifications

• One or more years of hospital-based acute care experience, preferably in a correctional facility.
• Current RN license to practice in the State of Texas.
• CPR training for adult and pediatric populations.
• PALS, ACLS and TNCC or ATCN required for ED.
• Meets unit-specific education requirements and completes required preceptor courses.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care through the nursing process at a correctional facility.
• Coordinate and direct nursing care for patients based on clinical standards.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure effective patient outcomes.
• Utilize knowledge of age and cultural diversity in patient care; participate in quality improvement.

Skills

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)

Reading/writing comprehension

Education

Bachelor degree in Nursing

Job description

University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC) is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to deliver patient care within a correctional facility using the nursing process. You will assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate care while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive patient outcomes.

The role requires a BSN, a Texas RN license, CPR, and ED-level certifications (PALS/ACLS/TNCC or ATCN). Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred to serve diverse populations.