Nurse Clinician jobs at UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS - 221 jobs

**Dayton, Texas, United States** Patient Care UTMB Health Requisition # 2300653 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: **_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 physicians 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 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. Applicants' 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.** Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience. **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. Compensation

**Texas City, Texas, United States** Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2506300 **Minimum 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. **Job Summary:** Proficient 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 independent 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. **Job Duties:** + Proficiently and independently assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents the daily care of assigned patients + Proficiently identifies patient care needs, formulates appropriate nursing diagnoses, develops and individualizes care plan, and revises plan of care as needed + Proficiently 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's policies, procedures, and standards in a caring and compassionate manner + Proficiently and independently performs routine and complex technical procedures/skills in assigned specialty area + Special duties include performing stress tests, starting IV and assessment/management of cardiac and pulmonary patients. **Salary Range:** Actual salary commensurate with experience. **Work Schedule:** Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm. Telephone triage position. **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. Compensation

**Beaumont, Texas, United States** Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2505028 **_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. Compensation

**Webster, Texas, United States** Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2507036 **Minimum Qualifications:** RN with six months of clinical RN experience and/or successful completion of probationary NC I period documented on nursing e-performance evaluation tool. Must possess and maintain a current Registered Nurse license or valid permit to practice in Texas. Current BLS required. **Preferred Qualifications:** 2+ years of clinical acute or outpatient RN experience is preferred. **Job Summary:** Competent Clinician. Possesses knowledge and skill necessary to meet nursing standards for professional practice specified in Texas Nurse Practice Act without supervision. Recognizes when assistance is needed and seeks appropriate resources. Practice is characterized by a balance of independent decision making. Focus is on expanding knowledge and skills for specialty area. Provides patient care through nursing based practices upon the American Nurses Association Standards of Professional Practice and Professional Performance. Values specialty unit, nursing, and institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals **Salary Range:** Actual salary commensurate with experience or range if discussed and approved by hiring authority. **Work Schedule:** On-site, Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, and as needed on occasion. **Float required to cover all ambulatory network clinics. Must be willing to travel, including to our locations in Orange, Katy and Conroe on occasion.** **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. Compensation

**New Caney, Texas, United States** **New** Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2600221 **Minimum 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. **Job Summary:** Proficient 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 independent 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. **Preferred Qualifications:** Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred. **Job Duties:** + Proficiently and independently assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents the daily care of assigned patients + Proficiently identifies patient care needs, formulates appropriate nursing diagnoses, develops and individualizes care plan, and revises plan of care as needed + Proficiently 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's policies, procedures, and standards in a caring and compassionate manner + Proficiently and independently performs routine and complex technical procedures/skills in assigned specialty area + Special duties include performing stress tests, starting IV and assessment/management of cardiac and pulmonary patients. **Salary Range:** Actual salary commensurate with experience. **Work Schedule:** Part-time, 20 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. Compensation

**Galveston, Texas, United States** Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2404943 **Minimum Qualifications:** RN with six months of clinical RN experience and/or successful completion of probationary. NC I period documented on nursing evaluation tool. Must possess and maintain a current. Registered Nurse license or valid permit to practice in Texas. Current BLS required. **Job Summary:** Advanced Beginner Clinician. Possesses knowledge and skill necessary to meet nursing standards for professional practice specified in Texas Nurse Practice Act without supervision. Recognizes when assistance is needed and seeks appropriate resources. Practice is characterized by a balance of dependent and interdependent decision making. Focus is on expanding knowledge and skills for specialty area. Provides patient care through nursing based practices 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 Compensation

**Mart, Texas, United States** 1 additional location Waco, Texas, United States Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2505807 **REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:** GN/RN with current license or valid permit to practice professional nursing in Texas. Completion of an accredited basic nursing education program. Current BLS required. **REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:** + RN + BLS **JOB SUMMARY:** Novice Clinician - entry level professional nurse, who is precepted, guided and mentored; possesses a basic general knowledge base and is focused on developing knowledge and skills with guidance and direction; meets standards for professional practice as specified in the Texas Nurse Practice Act; requires assistance, direction and/or supervision in the provision of patient care; With supervision of preceptor(s), the clinician provides safe, basic nursing care in routine and predictable situations. Practice may vary widely as the novice clinician transitions from new graduate, who requires assistance and direction to competent, independent clinician; 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. **ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS** **Professional Practice:** **Nursing Process** With guidance and direction - + Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents the daily care of assigned patients. + Identifies nursing diagnoses/patient care needs. Develops and individualizes care plan and revises plan of care as needed. + 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's policies, procedures, and standards in a caring and compassionate manner. + Performs routine technical procedures/skills in specialty area assigned. **Patient/Family Teaching & Health Promotion** With guidance and direction - + Provides basic patient/family instruction and healthcare teaching. + Identifies potential impact of family dynamics. + Learns to identify unique learning needs based on values, beliefs, barriers and readiness to learn. + Learns to access evidence-based resources to provide patient/family education. + Learns to utilize evidence-based teaching strategies such as Teach-Back, AskMe3 , return demonstration, etc. **Care Coordination & Delegation** With guidance and direction - + Learns to plan, coordinate and prioritize patient care activities, progressing to more complex assignments as competencies increase. + Maintains safety and continuity of care using methods such as bedside shift report, hand-off tools/processes, inter-disciplinary care rounds, etc. + Learns to demonstrate effective time management skills. + Identifies appropriate and approved technology in the delivery of patient care. + Relies on preceptor(s), colleagues, EHR to direct them to evidence-based clinical + resources to guide patient care. + Seeks guidance and appropriate direction when considering decision about delegation; learning to effectively and respectfully communicate and delegate complexity. **Professional Performance:** **Ethics (legal/regulatory), Advocacy & Culturally Congruent Cares** With guidance and direction - + Identifies ethical situations and seeks assistance to resolve. + Learns how to access available resources (ethics consultation) when ethical issues arise. + Demonstrates emerging awareness of culturally sensitive care. **Communication & Collaboration** With guidance and direction - + Supports healthy work environment by demonstrating respectful verbal and non-verbal communication with all members of the healthcare team. Seeks assistance for support with challenging communication. + Learns to recognize colleagues when they go above and beyond in demonstrating UTMB's core values. + Plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities in collaboration with inter-professional team. + Identifies a potential professional mentor to develop skills and abilities. **Leadership** + Recognizes informal and formal unit/hospital leaders. + Recognizes unit, nursing, and institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals. + Learns the importance of financial responsibility to promote fiscal health for the patient, unit and organization. Education, Evidence-Based Practice & Research + Attends/participates in unit meetings/activities and supports the philosophy and goals of the unit department and organization. + Participates in shared leadership at the unit level. + Participates in unit-based quality improvement activities. + Attends in-service and continuing education activities. + Attends the UTMB Vizient/AACN Nurse Residency Program and completes an evidence-based practice project in order to successfully complete the program. + Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning (evidence-based practice, specialty certification, advanced degree, etc.). + Appropriately poses questions to understand current processes and is open to change. + Relies on preceptor(s), colleagues, EHR to direct them to evidence-based clinical resources to guide patient care. **Quality, Resources & Safety** + Learns to recognize, assess and report patient safety concerns. + Able to locate unit quality metrics/outcomes data and identify improvement activities. + Learns strategies for self-care to support transition to practice, personal safety and injury prevention. **General Requirements:** + Completes required specialty specific Competency Based Orientation (CBO) tools by the initial performance evaluation due date for placement in employee file. + Actively participates in ongoing self-evaluation of competency using Competency Based Orientation (CBO) tools and e-performance nursing appraisal. + Completes the annual self-evaluation on time for competency and performance evaluation. + Performs and reports point of care testing (POCT). + Prioritizes and organizes work so that required assignments are completed within a specified time frame. + Provides and maintains a clean, safe environment and performs and/or assists others to perform proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures and infection control measures. + Practices basic cost containment for patients and the unit. + Consistently completes accurate, concise and legible documentation for all patient, unit and hospital records (including care delivery and telephone patient related interactions). + Competently utilizes electronic forms of communication and documentation. + Meets periodic UTMB and unit specific compliance requirements for health screening, training, attendance, safety, and CPR. + Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure. **SALARY RANGE:** Salary commensurate with experience. **WORK SCHEDULE:** Night Shift / Day Shift / Casual appointment (Up to 19.99 hours/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. Compensation

**Angleton, Texas, United States** **New** Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2600309 **_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. **ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS** **Professional Practice:** **Nursing Process** + Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents the daily care of assigned patients. + Identifies nursing diagnoses/patient care needs. Develops and individualizes care plan and revises plan of care as needed. + 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's policies, procedures, and standards in a caring and compassionate manner. + Performs routine technical procedures/skills in specialty area assigned. **Patient/Family Teaching & Health Promotion** + Provides basic patient/family instruction and healthcare teaching based on identified learning needs (patient values, beliefs, barriers, and readiness to learn). + Identifies potential impact of family dynamics*. + Utilizes evidence-based resources to provide patient/family education. + Uses Teach-Back to determine effectiveness and modifies strategies as needed. **Care Coordination & Delegation** + Plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities according to skill level and work complexity. + Maintains safety and continuity of care using methods such as bedside shift report, hand-off tools/processes, inter-disciplinary rounding, etc. + Demonstrates effective time management skills. + Delegates appropriately, seeking guidance when needed. + Demonstrates competent use of technology in the delivery of patient care. **Professional Performance:** **Ethics (legal/regulatory), Advocacy & Culturally Congruent Cares** + Identifies ethical situations and seeks assistance, if necessary, to resolve. + Utilizes available resources when ethical issues arise. + Delivers culturally sensitive care using resources to meet the needs of patient/family. + Serves as a patient advocate, seeking guidance when necessary. **Communication & Collaboration** + Supports healthy work environment by demonstrating respectful verbal and non-verbal communication with all members of the healthcare team. Seeks assistance for support with challenging communication. + Recognizes colleagues when they go above and beyond in demonstrating UTMB's core values. + Plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities in collaboration with inter-professional team. **Leadership** + Recognizes informal and formal unit/hospital leaders and can educate colleagues regarding unit/hospital leadership. + Recognizes unit, nursing, and institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals. + Recognizes the importance of financial responsibility to promote fiscal health for the patient, unit and organization. **Education, Evidence-Based Practice & Research** + Attends/participates in unit meetings/activities and supports the philosophy and goals of the unit department and organization. + Participates in shared leadership at the unit level*. + Participates in unit based quality improvement activities. + Attends in-services and continuing education activities. + Participates in one journal club annually*. + Completes the UTMB/Vizient Nurse Residency Program and completes an evidence based practice project as required*. + Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning (evidence-based practice, specialty certification, advanced degree, etc.). + Demonstrates ability to accept and adopt change by seeking knowledge and needed information. + Demonstrates knowledge of how to access and utilize evidence-based resources to guide patient care. **Quality, Resources & Safety** + Identifies patient safety concerns and reports appropriately; addresses immediate safety concerns appropriately. + Identifies unit quality metrics/outcomes data and improvement activities; actively engages in discussion, activities related to unit goals. + Demonstrates self-care through practices that support personal well-being, personal safety and injury prevention. **General Requirements:** + Completes required specialty specific Competency Based Orientation (CBO) tools by the initial performance evaluation due date for placement in employee file. + Actively participates in ongoing self-evaluation of competency using Competency Based Orientation (CBO) tools and e-performance nursing appraisal. + Completes the annual self-evaluation on time for competency and performance evaluation. + Performs and reports point of care testing (POCT). + Prioritizes and organizes work so that required assignments are completed within a specified time frame. + Provides and maintains a clean, safe environment and performs and/or assists others to perform proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures and infection control measures. + Practices basic cost containment for patients and the unit. + Consistently completes accurate, concise and legible documentation for all patient, unit and hospital records (including care delivery and telephone patient related interactions). + Competently utilizes electronic forms of communication and documentation. + Meets periodic UTMB and unit specific compliance requirements for health screening, training, attendance, safety, and CPR. + Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure. **SALARY RANGE:** Salary commensurate with experience. **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. Compensation

**Lovelady, Texas, United States** Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2305141 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. Compensation

**League City, Texas, United States** Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2507145 **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. PACU, ER, or ICU experience BLS, ACLS, PALS **REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:** + RN + BLS **JOB SUMMARY:** CompetentClinician.PossessesknowledgeandskilltomeetstandardsforcompetentprofessionalnursingpracticeasspecifiedintheTexasNursePracticeAct.Experienced,knowledgeableandskilledinspecialtyarea.Competentlyfunctionsasamemberoftheinterdisciplinaryteam.Practiceischaracterizedbypredominantlyinterdependentdecision-making.Practiceisproblemfocusedandpatientcenteredinthemannercareisprovided.Abletomanageunexpectedoremergencysituationsthatarecommonlyseeninassignedspecialtypopulation.ServesasaresourceforNurseClinicianIorII.Canmanagecommonlyseencontingencysituationsthatariseontheclinicalunit.ProvidespatientcarethroughnursingpracticesbasedupontheAmericanNursesAssociationStandardsofProfessionalPractice,and ProfessionalPerformance.Valuesspecialtyunit,nursing,andinstitutionalstrategicinitiativesandhealthsystemgoals. **ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS** **Professional Practice:** **Nursing Process** + Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents the daily care of assigned patients. + Identifies nursing diagnoses/patient care needs. Develops and individualizes care plan and revises plan of care as needed. + 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's policies, procedures, and standards in a caring and compassionate manner. + Performs routine technical procedures/skills in specialty area assigned. **Patient/Family Teaching & Health Promotion** + Provides basic patient/family instruction and healthcare teaching based on identified learning needs (patient values, beliefs, barriers, and readiness to learn). + Identifies potential impact of family dynamics*. + Utilizes evidence-based resources to provide patient/family education. + Uses Teach-Back to determine effectiveness and modifies strategies as needed. **Care Coordination & Delegation** + Plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities according to skill level and work complexity. + Maintains safety and continuity of care using methods such as bedside shift report, hand-off tools/processes, inter-disciplinary rounding, etc. + Demonstrates effective time management skills. + Delegates appropriately, seeking guidance when needed. + Demonstrates competent use of technology in the delivery of patient care. **Professional Performance:** **Ethics (legal/regulatory), Advocacy & Culturally Congruent Cares** + Identifies ethical situations and seeks assistance, if necessary, to resolve. + Utilizes available resources when ethical issues arise. + Delivers culturally sensitive care using resources to meet the needs of patient/family. + Serves as a patient advocate, seeking guidance when necessary. **Communication & Collaboration** + Supports healthy work environment by demonstrating respectful verbal and non-verbal communication with all members of the healthcare team. Seeks assistance for support with challenging communication. + Recognizes colleagues when they go above and beyond in demonstrating UTMB's core values. + Plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities in collaboration with inter-professional team. **Leadership** + Recognizes informal and formal unit/hospital leaders and can educate colleagues regarding unit/hospital leadership. + Recognizes unit, nursing, and institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals. + Recognizes the importance of financial responsibility to promote fiscal health for the patient, unit and organization. **Education, Evidence-Based Practice & Research** + Attends/participates in unit meetings/activities and supports the philosophy and goals of the unit department and organization. + Participates in shared leadership at the unit level*. + Participates in unit based quality improvement activities. + Attends in-services and continuing education activities. + Participates in one journal club annually*. + Completes the UTMB/Vizient Nurse Residency Program and completes an evidence based practice project as required*. + Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning (evidence-based practice, specialty certification, advanced degree, etc.). + Demonstrates ability to accept and adopt change by seeking knowledge and needed information. + Demonstrates knowledge of how to access and utilize evidence-based resources to guide patient care. **Quality, Resources & Safety** + Identifies patient safety concerns and reports appropriately; addresses immediate safety concerns appropriately. + Identifies unit quality metrics/outcomes data and improvement activities; actively engages in discussion, activities related to unit goals. + Demonstrates self-care through practices that support personal well-being, personal safety and injury prevention. **General Requirements:** + Completes required specialty specific Competency Based Orientation (CBO) tools by the initial performance evaluation due date for placement in employee file. + Actively participates in ongoing self-evaluation of competency using Competency Based Orientation (CBO) tools and e-performance nursing appraisal. + Completes the annual self-evaluation on time for competency and performance evaluation. + Performs and reports point of care testing (POCT). + Prioritizes and organizes work so that required assignments are completed within a specified time frame. + Provides and maintains a clean, safe environment and performs and/or assists others to perform proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures and infection control measures. + Practices basic cost containment for patients and the unit. + Consistently completes accurate, concise and legible documentation for all patient, unit and hospital records (including care delivery and telephone patient related interactions). + Competently utilizes electronic forms of communication and documentation. + Meets periodic UTMB and unit specific compliance requirements for health screening, training, attendance, safety, and CPR. + Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure. **SALARY RANGE:** Salary commensurate with experience. **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. Compensation

**League City, Texas, United States** **New** Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2600091 **E** **DUCATION & EXPERIENCE:** **Minimum 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. **LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:** **Required:** + RN + BLS + ACLS & PALS/ENPC + Experienced ED nurses must have upon hire. + Non-experienced ED nurses must obtain within 6 months from the date of hire. + TNCC (Must obtain within 6 months from the date of hire) **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. **ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:** **Professional Practice:** **Nursing Process** + Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents the daily care of assigned patients. + Identifies nursing diagnoses/patient care needs. Develops and individualizes care plan and revises plan of care as needed. + 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's policies, procedures, and standards in a caring and compassionate manner. + Performs routine technical procedures/skills in specialty area assigned. **Patient/Family Teaching & Health Promotion** + Provides basic patient/family instruction and healthcare teaching based on identified learning needs (patient values, beliefs, barriers, and readiness to learn). + Identifies potential impact of family dynamics*. + Utilizes evidence-based resources to provide patient/family education. + Uses Teach-Back to determine effectiveness and modifies strategies as needed. **Care Coordination & Delegation** + Plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities according to skill level and work complexity. + Maintains safety and continuity of care using methods such as bedside shift report, hand-off tools/processes, inter-disciplinary rounding, etc. + Demonstrates effective time management skills. + Delegates appropriately, seeking guidance when needed. + Demonstrates competent use of technology in the delivery of patient care. **Professional Performance:** **Ethics (legal/regulatory), Advocacy & Culturally Congruent Cares** + Identifies ethical situations and seeks assistance, if necessary, to resolve. + Utilizes available resources when ethical issues arise. + Delivers culturally sensitive care using resources to meet the needs of patient/family. + Serves as a patient advocate, seeking guidance when necessary. **Communication & Collaboration** + Supports healthy work environment by demonstrating respectful verbal and non-verbal communication with all members of the healthcare team. Seeks assistance for support with challenging communication. + Recognizes colleagues when they go above and beyond in demonstrating UTMB's core values. + Plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities in collaboration with inter-professional team. **Leadership** + Recognizes informal and formal unit/hospital leaders and can educate colleagues regarding unit/hospital leadership. + Recognizes unit, nursing, and institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals. + Recognizes the importance of financial responsibility to promote fiscal health for the patient, unit and organization. **Education, Evidence-Based Practice & Research** + Attends/participates in unit meetings/activities and supports the philosophy and goals of the unit department and organization. + Participates in shared leadership at the unit level*. + Participates in unit based quality improvement activities. + Attends in-services and continuing education activities. + Participates in one journal club annually*. + Completes the UTMB/Vizient Nurse Residency Program and completes an evidence based practice project as required*. + Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning (evidence-based practice, specialty certification, advanced degree, etc.). + Demonstrates ability to accept and adopt change by seeking knowledge and needed information. + Demonstrates knowledge of how to access and utilize evidence-based resources to guide patient care. **Quality, Resources & Safety** + Identifies patient safety concerns and reports appropriately; addresses immediate safety concerns appropriately. + Identifies unit quality metrics/outcomes data and improvement activities; actively engages in discussion, activities related to unit goals. + Demonstrates self-care through practices that support personal well-being, personal safety and injury prevention. **General Requirements:** + Completes required specialty specific Competency Based Orientation (CBO) tools by the initial performance evaluation due date for placement in employee file. + Actively participates in ongoing self-evaluation of competency using Competency Based Orientation (CBO) tools and e-performance nursing appraisal. + Completes the annual self-evaluation on time for competency and performance evaluation. + Performs and reports point of care testing (POCT). + Prioritizes and organizes work so that required assignments are completed within a specified time frame. + Provides and maintains a clean, safe environment and performs and/or assists others to perform proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures and infection control measures. + Practices basic cost containment for patients and the unit. + Consistently completes accurate, concise and legible documentation for all patient, unit and hospital records (including care delivery and telephone patient related interactions). + Competently utilizes electronic forms of communication and documentation. + Meets periodic UTMB and unit specific compliance requirements for health screening, training, attendance, safety, and CPR. + Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure. **SALARY RANGE:** Salary commensurate with experience. **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. Compensation

**League City, Texas, United States** Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2507187 **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. **REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:** + RN + BLS **JOB SUMMARY:** CompetentClinician.PossessesknowledgeandskilltomeetstandardsforcompetentprofessionalnursingpracticeasspecifiedintheTexasNursePracticeAct.Experienced,knowledgeableandskilledinspecialtyarea.Competentlyfunctionsasamemberoftheinterdisciplinaryteam.Practiceischaracterizedbypredominantlyinterdependentdecision-making.Practiceisproblemfocusedandpatientcenteredinthemannercareisprovided.Abletomanageunexpectedoremergencysituationsthatarecommonlyseeninassignedspecialtypopulation.ServesasaresourceforNurseClinicianIorII.Canmanagecommonlyseencontingencysituationsthatariseontheclinicalunit.ProvidespatientcarethroughnursingpracticesbasedupontheAmericanNursesAssociationStandardsofProfessionalPractice,and ProfessionalPerformance.Valuesspecialtyunit,nursing,andinstitutionalstrategicinitiativesandhealthsystemgoals. **ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS** **Professional Practice:** **Nursing Process** + Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents the daily care of assigned patients. + Identifies nursing diagnoses/patient care needs. Develops and individualizes care plan and revises plan of care as needed. + 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's policies, procedures, and standards in a caring and compassionate manner. + Performs routine technical procedures/skills in specialty area assigned. **Patient/Family Teaching & Health Promotion** + Provides basic patient/family instruction and healthcare teaching based on identified learning needs (patient values, beliefs, barriers, and readiness to learn). + Identifies potential impact of family dynamics*. + Utilizes evidence-based resources to provide patient/family education. + Uses Teach-Back to determine effectiveness and modifies strategies as needed. **Care Coordination & Delegation** + Plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities according to skill level and work complexity. + Maintains safety and continuity of care using methods such as bedside shift report, hand-off tools/processes, inter-disciplinary rounding, etc. + Demonstrates effective time management skills. + Delegates appropriately, seeking guidance when needed. + Demonstrates competent use of technology in the delivery of patient care. **Professional Performance:** **Ethics (legal/regulatory), Advocacy & Culturally Congruent Cares** + Identifies ethical situations and seeks assistance, if necessary, to resolve. + Utilizes available resources when ethical issues arise. + Delivers culturally sensitive care using resources to meet the needs of patient/family. + Serves as a patient advocate, seeking guidance when necessary. **Communication & Collaboration** + Supports healthy work environment by demonstrating respectful verbal and non-verbal communication with all members of the healthcare team. Seeks assistance for support with challenging communication. + Recognizes colleagues when they go above and beyond in demonstrating UTMB's core values. + Plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities in collaboration with inter-professional team. **Leadership** + Recognizes informal and formal unit/hospital leaders and can educate colleagues regarding unit/hospital leadership. + Recognizes unit, nursing, and institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals. + Recognizes the importance of financial responsibility to promote fiscal health for the patient, unit and organization. **Education, Evidence-Based Practice & Research** + Attends/participates in unit meetings/activities and supports the philosophy and goals of the unit department and organization. + Participates in shared leadership at the unit level*. + Participates in unit based quality improvement activities. + Attends in-services and continuing education activities. + Participates in one journal club annually*. + Completes the UTMB/Vizient Nurse Residency Program and completes an evidence based practice project as required*. + Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning (evidence-based practice, specialty certification, advanced degree, etc.). + Demonstrates ability to accept and adopt change by seeking knowledge and needed information. + Demonstrates knowledge of how to access and utilize evidence-based resources to guide patient care. **Quality, Resources & Safety** + Identifies patient safety concerns and reports appropriately; addresses immediate safety concerns appropriately. + Identifies unit quality metrics/outcomes data and improvement activities; actively engages in discussion, activities related to unit goals. + Demonstrates self-care through practices that support personal well-being, personal safety and injury prevention. **General Requirements:** + Completes required specialty specific Competency Based Orientation (CBO) tools by the initial performance evaluation due date for placement in employee file. + Actively participates in ongoing self-evaluation of competency using Competency Based Orientation (CBO) tools and e-performance nursing appraisal. + Completes the annual self-evaluation on time for competency and performance evaluation. + Performs and reports point of care testing (POCT). + Prioritizes and organizes work so that required assignments are completed within a specified time frame. + Provides and maintains a clean, safe environment and performs and/or assists others to perform proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures and infection control measures. + Practices basic cost containment for patients and the unit. + Consistently completes accurate, concise and legible documentation for all patient, unit and hospital records (including care delivery and telephone patient related interactions). + Competently utilizes electronic forms of communication and documentation. + Meets periodic UTMB and unit specific compliance requirements for health screening, training, attendance, safety, and CPR. + Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure. **SALARY RANGE:** Salary commensurate with experience. **WORK SCHEDULE:** Full-time night shift **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. Compensation

**Brazoria, Texas, United States** **New** Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2600360 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: **_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. Will also consider recent graduates with temporary permits.** Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience. **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._ Compensation

**Cleveland, Texas, United States** Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2506881 **_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. Compensation

**Huntsville, Texas, United States** Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2506528 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: **_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. Will also consider recent graduates with temporary permits.** Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience. **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._ Compensation

**Brownwood, Texas, United States** **New** Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2600257 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 patient 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. Applicants' 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 - Outpatient or Nurse Clinician I - Outpatient position. Will also consider recent graduates with temporary permits.** Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience. **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 VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Compensation

**Galveston, Texas, United States** **New** Executive - Nursing & Patient Care UTMB Health Requisition # 2600396 The Director of Nursing - Professional Excellence provides strategic leadership and oversight for nursing excellence across UTMB Health, including the Magnet Recognition Program, centralized education, nursing strategic planning, and professional practice development. The Director plays a key role in advancing the professional practice model, aligning Magnet principles with system goals, and fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation. **Scope:** The Director of Professional Excellence has strategic influence for nursing practice on the four hospital campuses and over 100 ambulatory clinics. **Responsibilities:** The Director of Nursing Professional Excellence is directly responsible for the leadership of developing the infrastructure that supports nursing excellence and the outcomes of that infrastructure. Creating a culture of excellence is essential for the best patient, nursing workforce, organizational, and consumer outcomes. Professional Excellence Leadership + Provides system-wide leadership in developing and sustaining structures that support Magnet characteristics, including transformational leadership, professional governance, quality outcomes, interprofessional collaboration, evidence-based practice, and innovation. + Oversee the centralized nurse educator structure to ensure standardized, evidence-based approaches to education, competency management, and workforce readiness. + Directs systemwide development of nursing competencies, professional development programs, and specialty certification initiatives. + Leads nursing strategic planning, project management, and internal/external communication initiatives that support organizational goals. + Identifies gaps and implements new programs to strengthen nursing excellence. Role Transition & Workforce Development + Oversee onboarding, nurse residency, apprenticeship, and leadership development programs that ensure effective role transition and retention. + Leads workforce initiatives focused on recruitment, retention, succession planning, and career advancement. + Strengthens academic partnerships to align clinical education with workforce needs. Evidence-Based Practice & Research + Champions a culture of inquiry and evidence-based decision-making. + Supports research dissemination, nursing innovation, and integration of best practices into clinical care. + Collaborates with academic and practice partners to advance nursing science. Healthy Work Environment + Promotes a culture of respect, collaboration, recognition, and authentic leadership. + Develop programs that foster mentorship, professional growth, and shared governance. Strategic Planning & Quality Outcomes + Ensures services and programs support optimal patient, workforce, and organizational outcomes. + Monitors and reports nursing-sensitive indicators, benchmarking performance against national standards. + Collaborates with leaders in nursing quality, informatics, and education to achieve measurable outcomes. Core Competencies: The Director of Professional Excellence performs his/her job by demonstrating technical ability, understanding job expectations, and compliance with organizational policies and procedures. The Director of Professional Excellence performs the following job responsibilities: Leadership + Serves as a visible, approachable leader who models excellence and collaboration. + Challenges the status quo to drive innovation and improvement. + Demonstrates strong communication, facilitation, and problem-solving skills. + Balances departmental priorities with system-wide objectives. Budget & Resource Management + Develops and manages operating and capital budgets aligned with organizational goals. + Build business cases for financial and workforce investments. + Ensures fiscal accountability and operational efficiency. Strategic Planning + Participates in developing long-range nursing goals and strategic initiatives. + Aligns nursing strategy with system priorities to enhance quality, safety, and satisfaction. + Monitors progress and outcomes of strategic initiatives. Quality & Compliance + Leads quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient and workforce outcomes. + Ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards (The Joint Commission, CMS, Magnet, etc.). + Utilize performance data to inform improvement and drive accountability. Education & Mentorship + Fosters a learning culture that supports professional development and continuing education. + Mentors' leaders and clinicians, promoting evidence-based practice and research engagement. + Facilitate dissemination of internal research and best practices to external audiences. Human Resources Leadership + Promotes recruitment, retention, and engagement through mentorship and recognition. + Develops leadership capacity at all levels through coaching and shared governance. + Encourages a culture of respect, inclusivity, and high performance. Communication + Maintains transparent and timely communication with nursing staff, physicians, and leadership. + Ensures information from leadership meetings and quality initiatives is cascaded effectively. + Represents nursing excellence in internal and external forums. Personal and Professional Development + Engage in continuous self-development and lifelong learning. + Seeks feedback and demonstrates adaptability. + Models UTMB's values and commitment to excellence. Marginal or Periodic Functions: + Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure. + Performs related duties as required. **Minimum Qualifications:** + Masters degree in Nursing or related field plus five (5) years of progressive nursing leadership experience. + BSN and a valid Texas RN license or eligibility to apply for a Texas nursing license. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Prior experience as a Magnet Program Director. + A Doctoral degree in nursing or a related field. + Advanced certification in nursing specialty/leadership. **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. Compensation

**League City, Texas, United States** Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2506179 **Minimum Qualifications:** Graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse program and licensure/permit as avocational nursein the state of Texas. No experience required. Current BLS required. **Job Summary:** To provide direct nursing care to an assigned group of patients andperformsnursing procedures within the scope of their education and demonstrated abilities. **Job Duties:** + Provides direct nursing care to assigned patients. + Participates in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the nursing care given + Performs admission, discharge, and transfer procedures. + Uses the nursing plan of care in daily assignments, able to review, and, under supervision, modify the plan of care. + Demonstrates ability to observe and record the signs, symptoms, and behaviors including the physiological status of patients, presents proposed revision of interventions,and desiredoutcomes + Delivers the designated nursing interventions to assigned patients that are consistent with the stated medical plan of care. + Notifies appropriate nursing and medical staff of changes in patient status; recognizes patient care priorities, multidisciplinary treatment plans, and potential patient care crises. + Follows physician's orders in the delivery of nursing care. + Maintains patient's privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times. + Safely and properly administers medications and treatments. + Executes written physician's orders for assigned patients. + Assembles equipment and supplies for various diagnostic or treatment procedures in the specialty service area; performs or assists others with procedures or treatments. + Adheres to required infection control, isolation procedures, and aseptic techniques in the delivery of patient care. + Documents nursing care in all assigned patient records. + Adheres to internal controls established for department. + Performs related duties as required. **Work Schedule:** 40 hours per week. **Salary Range:** Actual salary commensurate with experience. **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. Compensation

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. Minimum Qualifications\: Graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse program and licensure/permit as a vocational nurse in the state of Texas. No experience required. Current BLS required. Job Summary\: To provide direct nursing care to an assigned group of patients and performs nursing procedures within the scope of their education and demonstrated abilities. Job Duties: Provides direct nursing care to assigned patients. Participates in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the nursing care given Performs admission, discharge, and transfer procedures. Uses the nursing plan of care in daily assignments, able to review, and, under supervision, modify the plan of care. Demonstrates ability to observe and record the signs, symptoms, and behaviors including the physiological status of patients, presents proposed revision of interventions, and desired outcomes Delivers the designated nursing interventions to assigned patients that are consistent with the stated medical plan of care. Notifies appropriate nursing and medical staff of changes in patient status; recognizes patient care priorities, multidisciplinary treatment plans, and potential patient care crises. Follows physician's orders in the delivery of nursing care. Maintains patient's privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times. Safely and properly administers medications and treatments. Executes written physician's orders for assigned patients. Assembles equipment and supplies for various diagnostic or treatment procedures in the specialty service area; performs or assists others with procedures or treatments. Adheres to required infection control, isolation procedures, and aseptic techniques in the delivery of patient care. Documents nursing care in all assigned patient records. Adheres to internal controls established for department. Performs related duties as required. Work Schedule: 40 hours per week. Salary Range: Actual salary commensurate with experience.