Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

  • Correctional Nurse

  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
  • Lubbock, Texas 79410 United States View Map

Job Description

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Correctional Nurse
Conroe
46517BR

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.

Major/Essential Functions
  • Provides direct nursing services to patients in the health facility following standards of care of the department, documenting activities timely and accurately in patients' health records.
  • Assists with exams and procedures, within the RN scope of practice, with all activities clearly and concisely documented in patients' health records.
  • Ensures patient medications are administered following clinical and compliance policies and procedures. Ensures activities are documented clearly and concisely in medication systems and patients' health records timely and accurately.
  • Receives, documents, assesses, and responds to patient care requests according to policy and standards of the department.
  • Performs nursing rounds per department standards; any and all complaints are documented in patients' health record.
  • Oversees the clinical practice of LVNs and other clinical personnel in the health facility.


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.


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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.

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx.







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Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

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About Us

Nationally recognized for innovative programs, academic achievement, cutting-edge research and exceptional patient care, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center aims to promote a greater health environment for West Texas and beyond. While our flagship campus resides proudly in Lubbock, Texas, TTUHSC operates five schools with campuses in Abilene, Amarillo, Dallas/Fort Worth, Lubbock and the Permian Basin (Midland & Odessa).

Like Texas itself, we are an independent and proud institution that is part of a larger union, the Texas Tech University System. As a university separate from Texas Tech University, we have been entrusted with a singular charge: to teach the next generation of doctors, nurses, pharmacists, researchers and health care professionals while simultaneously providing the people of West Texas with world-class patient care. We are both an institution of higher learning and a place where real people come for life-saving medical care.

Our Mission

As a comprehensive health sciences center, our mission is to enrich the lives of others by educating students to become collaborative health care professionals, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research.

Our Values & Culture

Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first. Our five values guide our actions and principles: Beyond Service, Kindhearted, Integrity, One Team, and Visionary.

Compensation & Benefits

We are proud to offer many exceptional employee benefits, including a generous compensation package with comprehensive benefits, medical and dental insurance, paid time off and substantial automatic retirement contributions. Additionally, we invest in employee success by providing many resources designed to support your personal and professional growth, including:

  • Comprehensive Health Plans and Other Core Insurance
  • State Retirement Programs and Pension Options
  • Retiree Insurance for Lifetime Medical Benefits
  • Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Programs
  • Tuition scholarships for employees and their dependents
  • Leadership and Professional Development Programs
  • Mental and Physical Wellness Programs
  • Employee Recognition Programs and Longevity Pay

We are excited for you to consider joining our team at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. 

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