Nurse Clinician jobs at UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS

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. 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.

**Texas City, Texas, United States** **Hot** Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2506108 **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 day 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

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). : To provide direct nursing care to an assigned group of patients and performs nursing procedures within the scope of their education and demonstrated abilities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS : Provides direct nursing care to assigned patients. Participates in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the nursing care given. Performs admission, discharge, and transfer procedures. Using 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 the3 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 state 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 deliver 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 deliver of patient care. Documents nursing care in all assigned patient records. Adheres to internal controls and reporting structures. 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 : High school or equivalent. Graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse Program and current license/permit as a vocational nurse in the State of Texas. No experience required. Current BLS-HP required. Will 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.

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. UTMB Health is seeking dedicated and experienced Nurse Clinician III professionals for our ICU night-shift teams at the Clear Lake campus. These roles offer the opportunity to deliver leadership, clinical excellence, and critical‐care nursing to a high-acuity patient population. The ideal candidates will be seasoned ICU nurses who are ready to function as both clinicians and clinical resource partners for the ICU team. 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. Preferred Qualifications: CCRN certification preferred. 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. WORK SCHEDULE: 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. 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\: Pediatric experience and infusion experience 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: Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm.

**Galveston, Texas, United States** Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2500690 **REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:** RN with Bachelor's in Nursing, four years of clinical RN experience and approved specialty certification. Must possess and maintain a current RN license or valid temporary 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. Practice is characterized by a balance of interdependent/independent decision-making and a consistent holistic approach to patient care. Proficiently functions with the interdisciplinary team; initiates team action to address patient care problems. Serves as a strong clinical leader on the unit. Directs others in responding to emergent or unusual situations. Takes the lead in developing, implementing and evaluating evidence-based standards of practice for specialty area. 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 VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, 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. REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: RN with critical care and/or Cath/EP experience, intermediate care experience or two years of clinical RN experience. Must possess and maintain a current license or valid permit to practice in Texas. Cardiovascular certification such as CVRN II or higher, CCRN, RCIS, RCES preferred, however, once hired certification is required upon completion of training. 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 Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory (Cardiac Cath Lab) and Electrophysiology Laboratory (EP Lab) procedures and equipment. Independently assists in cardiac catheterization as well as electrophysiology, vascular and interventional procedures. Competently performs emergency procedures associated with catheterization procedure. Follows established standards and practices under the direction of a credentialed invasive cardiologist and electrophysiologist. 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 and able to manage unexpected or emergency situations. Serves as a resource for Cath Lab - Nurse Clinician I or II. Can manage commonly seen contingency situations that arise in the department. Provides patient care through nursing practices based upon the American Nurses Association Standards of Practice, Nursing Process and UTMB's three domains for competency and advancement\: Professional Practice, and Professional Performance. Values specialty unit, nursing, and institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals.

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. 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. 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: 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 VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities

**Jacksboro, Texas, United States** Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2505814 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

**Angleton, Texas, United States** Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2506391 **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. **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. **Work Schedule:** Full-time, 36 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

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: RN with critical care and/or Cath/EP experience, intermediate care experience or two years of clinical RN experience. Must possess and maintain a current license or valid permit to practice in Texas. Cardiovascular certification such as CVRN II or higher, CCRN, RCIS, RCES preferred, however, once hired certification is required upon completion of training. 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 Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory (Cardiac Cath Lab) and Electrophysiology Laboratory (EP Lab) procedures and equipment. Independently assists in cardiac catheterization as well as electrophysiology, vascular and interventional procedures. Competently performs emergency procedures associated with catheterization procedure. Follows established standards and practices under the direction of a credentialed invasive cardiologist and electrophysiologist. 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 and able to manage unexpected or emergency situations. Serves as a resource for Cath Lab - Nurse Clinician I or II. Can manage commonly seen contingency situations that arise in the department. Provides patient care through nursing practices based upon the American Nurses Association Standards of Practice, Nursing Process and UTMB's three domains for competency and advancement: 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

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: 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. WORK SCHEDULE: Full-time, 4/10 schedule Late shift start On call required Float to other sites as needed based on staffing 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

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. 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.

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. 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.

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: 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. 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.

**Navasota, Texas, United States** Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2504155 **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. **LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:** + RN + BLS **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. **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

**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.