Charge Nurse - Correctional Care Leader

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage?

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Certified Mother‑Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Texas is seeking a qualified Registered Nurse for a unit under the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. The RN will perform daily assignments, document care in the EHR, assist with exams, and administer medications.

The role requires a valid TX RN license and at least two years of nursing experience, including six months as an RN. Ideal candidates may have correctional nursing experience and/or a BSN.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program.
• Two years of nursing experience, with at least 6 months as an RN.
• Possession of a valid RN license as approved by the Texas State Board of Examiners.

Responsibilities

• Make daily assignments and ensure completion.
• Communicate patient data using EHR to support decision-making.
• Assist with exams/procedures and document interventions in EHR.
• Administer or assist with medication administration and documentation.
• Attend regular staff meetings and share unit information.
• Maintain knowledge of current issues and treatment modalities.
• Monitor patient access to care for housing areas on shift.
• Ensure accuracy of counts for sharps, instruments, and keys and log appropriately.
• Accept on-call rotations as required.
• Assist in planning, coordinating, and directing unit management functions.
• Respond to requests promptly and professionally.

Skills

Nursing

Patient Care

Documentation

On-call

Team Collaboration

Education

RN license (TX)

Accredited nursing program

Tools

EHR

Job description

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Texas is seeking a qualified Registered Nurse for a unit under the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. The RN will perform daily assignments, document care in the EHR, assist with exams, and administer medications.

The role requires a valid TX RN license and at least two years of nursing experience, including six months as an RN. Ideal candidates may have correctional nursing experience and/or a BSN.