Charge Nurse (RN)

Company: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Location: Lubbock
Posted on: March 12, 2025

Job Description:

Charge Nurse (RN)
Lubbock
40295BR

Position Description
Employees in this classification are responsible for nursing care at a unit of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Implements unit objectives and administrative policies. This position is under clinical supervision of the Unit Director of Nurses.

Major/Essential Functions

• Makes daily assignments as appropriate and ensures all daily assignments are accomplished.
• Communicates patient data using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) to support decision-making to improve patient care.
• Assists with or performs exams and procedures and documents intervention in EMR.
• Administers or assists with administration and documentation of medication.
• Ensures nursing standards are met.
• Maintains documentation for standards of care and compliance with policies.
• Prepares job evaluations and disciplinary actions. Maintain accurate record keeping of employee performance.
• Other duties as assigned.About Managed Care:
  Since 1989, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Managed Care has served as a healthcare delivery service, providing high quality, low cost healthcare to patients within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice system. We provide medical, mental health, and dental services to patients in 22 facilities throughout West Texas. Managed Care emphasizes our values-based culture in all we do. You can learn more about TTUHSC Managed Care by visiting our website .
  This valuable team member shall perform work in a manner that reflects the :
  • ONE TEAM: Unite and include diverse perspectives to achieve our mission
  • KINDHEARTED: Exceed expectations with a kind heart, helping hands, and a positive attitude
  • INTEGRITY: Be honorable and trustworthy even when no one is looking
  • VISIONARY: Nurture innovative ideas, bold explorations, and a pioneering spirit
  • BEYOND SERVICE: Create and deliver positive defining momentsTake care of yourself and your family. Enjoy some of the best in the state of Texas:
    • Comprehensive Benefits Package
    • Training
    • Continuing Education
    • Loan Forgiveness Program
    • Retiree Insurance
    • Paid Leave
    • Leadership Program
    • State PensionIn addition to the base position compensation, we offer shift differential pay for night and weekend shifts:
      Registered Nurse Shift Differential:
      • Day Shift Employees: Earn an extra $4.00 per hour for shifts worked on Saturday and Sunday.
      • Night Shift Employees:
        • Earn an extra $4.00 per hour for shifts worked Monday through Friday.
        • Earn an extra $8.00 per hour for shifts worked on Saturday and Sunday.
          
          Required Qualifications
          Graduate from an accredited nursing program. Two years of nursing experience, with at least 6 months of that experience as a Registered Nurse. Possession of a valid, current RN license as approved by the Texas State Board of Examiners.
          
          To apply, please visit:
          
          All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
          
          
          The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx.
          
          
          
          
          
          
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