Charge Nurse, Night Shift

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); In loco; USD 55.000 - 58.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Mother-Friendly Workplace

Descrizione del lavoro

TTUHSC is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the Night shift at the Panama clinic. You will perform nursing care, document in the EHR, administer medications, and coordinate with a caring team to ensure high-quality patient care.

The role requires an RN license (Texas) and 2 years of nursing experience, including at least 6 months as an RN. Weekend on-call rotation and a benefits package are included.

Competenze

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

Mansioni

• Makes daily assignments and ensures tasks are completed.
• Communicates patient data using EHR to support decisions.
• Assists with exams and procedures and documents interventions in EHR.
• Administers or assists with administration and documentation of medication.
• Attends staff meetings and shares information with the team.
• Maintains knowledge of current issues and treatment modalities.
• Monitor patient access to care for housing areas.
• Maintain logs for sharps, instruments, and keys.
• Accepts on-call rotation.
• Assist in planning and directing unit management.

Conoscenze

Nursing care

EHR documentation

Medication administration

Team communication

Formazione

RN license (Texas)

Strumenti

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Descrizione del lavoro

Introduction

TTUHSC provides so much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits, including paid leave, retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so much more. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positive environment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as we change the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

About Managed Care

Since 1989, TTUHSC Managed Care has been providing clinical and operational support to correctional facilities throughout West Texas and other regional areas. We serve approximately 30,000 patients utilizing a broad range of comprehensive medical and health services. TTUHSC Managed Care strives to positively impact the lives of our patients, to include many who had no previous access to quality health care.

Visa Information

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visa petitions in accordance with the directive issued by Governor Abbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required. On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsor eligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employer petitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the $100,000 fee, if applicable.

Position Description

Employees in this classification are responsible for nursing care at 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 Health Record (EHR) to support decision-making to improve patient care.
• Assists with or performs exams and procedures and documents intervention in EHR.
• Administer or assist with administration and documentation of medication.
• Supports the goal of the unit by attending meetings and sharing the information with the staff in regular staff meetings.
• Maintains working knowledge of current issues and treatment modalities.
• Monitor patient Access to Care for housing areas assigned to your shift.
• Assures that physical counts of sharps, instruments, & keys are correct and documented in appropriate logs.
• Accepts on call rotation.
• Assist in planning, coordinating, directing management functions for the unit.
• Responds to all request in a timely manner as required.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

At least 1 year of correctional experience. BSN.

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Pay Grade Minimum

$40.00

Pay Grade Maximum

$42.00

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.

Grant Funded?

No

Travel Required

None

Shift

Night

Schedule Details

Night 7p-7a; Clinic/Infirmary; Rotating (Panama)

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Jeanne Clery Act

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. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.