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McLennan County

JAILER

Waco, TX · On-site

$24.63 - $27.66/hr

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Waco, TX, TX Job Type: Full-Time Department: JAIL Opening Date: 09/08/2025 Closing Date: 9/30/2026 5:00 PM Central FLSA: Non-Exempt Position Summary Perform security duties maintaining order and ...

TK Health

Correctional LPN / LVN

Ozark, MO · On-site

$22.25 - $29.50/hr

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... and Texas Jails and Detention Centers. Our team oversees the day-to-day healthcare operations in facilities with inmate populations ranging from 25 to nearly 2,000 inmates. Our medical staff are ...

Turn Key Health

LVN (License Vocational Nurse)

Texarkana, TX · On-site

$25.50 - $34.25/hr

Bowie County Jail - Texarkana, TX Position: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Schedule: Night Shift | Rotating Weekends New Graduates Welcome About TK Health Join the ...

TK Health

Correctional LPN / LVN

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$30/hr

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... and Texas Jails and Detention Centers. Our team oversees the day-to-day healthcare operations in facilities with inmate populations ranging from 25 to nearly 2,000 inmates. Our medical staff are ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for tx jail in the United States is $24.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.88 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Tx Jail vs Tx Detention Officer?

AspectTx JailTx Detention Officer
CertificationsBasic detention certification, CPR, first aidSame as Tx Jail, often required
Work EnvironmentJail facilities, correctional institutionsJail facilities, correctional institutions
Employer & IndustryCounty jails, correctional agenciesCounty jails, correctional agencies
Job ResponsibilitiesSupervising inmates, maintaining securitySupervising inmates, enforcing rules

Both Tx Jail and Tx Detention Officer roles involve supervising inmates in jail settings, requiring similar certifications and working within correctional facilities. The terms are often used interchangeably, but 'Tx Jail' refers broadly to the facility, while 'Tx Detention Officer' specifies the role within that environment.

How to become a Tx Jail officer in Texas?

To become a jail officer in Texas, applicants must meet age and education requirements, pass a background check, complete a training academy approved by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE), and obtain TCOLE certification. Physical fitness and good moral character are also essential, and officers typically work in a secure environment requiring adherence to strict protocols.
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Infographic showing various Tx Jail job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,907 per year, or $24.5 per hour.

Nurse Clinician III - Galveston County Jail - Full-Time

University of Texas Medical Branch

Galveston, TX • On-site

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Posted 15 days ago

Job description

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.
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The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), based in Galveston, TX, US, operates within the education and healthcare sectors. Established in 1891 as the University of Texas’ first academic health center, UTMB has been at the forefront of educational, research, and clinical excellence in the medical field. Its offerings encompass a full range of degrees in health-related fields, extensive research facilities, and three major institutes for advanced study. The organization's mission is to improve health for the people of Texas and around the world, and its core values revolve around diversity, integrity, leadership, respect, and teamwork. A significant achievement of UTMB includes its recognition as a top-notch medical research institution and a primary source of healthcare for many Texas residents.

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5,001 - 10,000 Employees

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Galveston, TX, US

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