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Overview Join to apply for the Nurse Clinician III - (MHTDP)Connally role at The University of Texas Medical Branch 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). Responsibilities 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. 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. 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. Notes on Employment 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. Location : United States-Texas-Kenedy Facility : Connally Facility Organization : UTMB Health Job Category : Nursing & Care Management Job Posting : Aug 6, 2025, 7:12:49 AM Get notified about new Registered Nurse jobs in Kenedy, TX . #J-18808-Ljbffr The University of Texas Medical Branch

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