Resource Nurse RN, PRN

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This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and webelieve that our people are the reason for our institution’slasting success and bright future.

Since 1989, TTUHSC Managed Care has been providing clinical and operational support to correctional facilities throughout West Texas and other regional areas. We serve approximately 30,000patients utilizing a broad range of comprehensive medical andhealth services. TTUHSC Managed Care strives to positively impactthe lives of our patients, to include many who had no previousaccess to quality health care.

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visa petitions in accordance with the directive issued by Governor Abbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required.

On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsor eligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employer petitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the $100,000 fee, if applicable.

Employees in this classification perform responsible professional nursing care at a unit of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

Responsible for the care and treatment of patients in accordance with accepted nursing and medical standards administrative nursing personnel. Supervises other subordinate clinic personnel. Work is performed under correctional clinic conditions; position requires ahigh degree of contact with patients, other clinic personnel and outside professionals.

• Provide Comprehensive Nursing Care:
  Assess, plan, implement,and evaluate patient care while ensuring treatment is delivered in accordance with established nursing standards and individualized care plans.
• Monitor and Evaluate Patient Conditions:
  Recognize, assess, andreport changes in patient status to support timely interventions,problem identification, and achievement of patient care goals.
• Perform Clinical Procedures:
  Perform nursing assessments,examinations, treatments, and clinical procedures while accuratelydocumenting all patient care activities in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Medication Management:
  Safely administer medications, monitor patient responses, and maintain accurate medication documentation in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and Operate Medical Equipment:
  Ensure medical equipment and instruments are properly prepared, operated, and maintained for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Maintain Safety and Security Standards:
  Complete and documentrequired counts of sharps, medical instruments, and keys while adhering to correctional safety protocols, infection preventionstandards, and medication security procedures.
• Coordinate Interdisciplinary Care:
  Collaborate with…