"Registered Nurse"

Job Details

Extended Job Title
Registered Nurse

Position Description
Employees in this classification perform responsible professional nursing care at a unit of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Responsible for the care and treatment of patients in accordance with accepted nursing and medical standards administrative nursing personnel. Supervises other subordinate clinic personnel. Work is performed under correctional clinic conditions; position requires a high degree of contact with patients, other clinic personnel and outside professionals.

Requisition ID
42413BR

Optional Attachments
Professional License/Certification

Travel Required
None

Pay Grade Maximum
$39.00

Major/Essential Functions

• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care at the Dalby Unit.
• Administer medications safely and accurately, following facility protocols.
• Document and communicate patient information using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) to support clinical decision-making.
• Assist with exams, treatments, and procedures—preparing and operating medical equipment as needed.
• Complete thorough intake and discharge documentation, including patient histories.
• Maintain clean, well-stocked, and functional care areas and medical equipment.
• Step in as a relief charge nurse when needed, providing guidance and support to nursing staff.
• Collaborate with physicians and advanced practice providers, including reporting on patient transfers and significant changes.

24/7 Unit Coverage: The Dalby Unit operates 24 hours a day with consistent 12-hour shifts - 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM (day shift) and 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM (night shift).

Grant Funded?
No

Pay Grade Minimum
$36.77

Pay Basis
Hourly

Work Location
Post

Department
Post Dalby Unit

Required Attachments
Resume / CV

Job Type
Full Time

Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Shift
Other

EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Required Qualifications

License/Certification:
Current RN License in the State of Texas, or ability to transfer license to Texas, or scheduled to complete a program of nursing within 120 days of applying for a position. Graduated from an approved accredited nursing program. New graduates must pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX- RN) on the first attempt.

Experience: No experience required.