Charge Nurse - Juvenile Center: Clinical Leadership

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Plainview (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is seeking a dedicated RN nurse supervisor to oversee nursing care at the Bell County Juvenile Jail in Killeen, TX. The role provides clinical leadership and ensures adherence to unit objectives and administrative policies.

The position requires a nursing degree, an active RN license in Texas, and at least two years of professional nursing experience including leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Current, valid RN license recognized by the Texas Board of Nursing.
• Minimum of two years of professional nursing experience, including leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Operations Oversight: Ensure compliance with clinical standards and maintain 100% shift coverage with appropriate staff.
• Staff Supervision and Development: Provide supervision and coaching to nursing staff; ensure annual performance evaluations.
• Quality and Compliance: Maintain audit scores and address deficiencies.
• Clinical Care and Documentation: Ensure timely responses and accurate documentation; support rapid emergency responses.
• Patient Care Coordination: Identify high-risk patients and escalate appropriately.
• Communication and Reporting: Submit incident reports and participate in leadership meetings.
• Other Duties as Assigned: Support operational needs and cross-coverage.

Education

Graduation from an accredited nursing program

Job description

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is seeking a dedicated RN nurse supervisor to oversee nursing care at the Bell County Juvenile Jail in Killeen, TX. The role provides clinical leadership and ensures adherence to unit objectives and administrative policies.

The position requires a nursing degree, an active RN license in Texas, and at least two years of professional nursing experience including leadership responsibilities.