Head Nurse

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 49,000 - 101,000; 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 in Amarillo is seeking a Head Nurse to lead nursing operations in the OBGYN clinic. You will supervise nursing staff, coordinate patient care and staffing, and ensure compliance with policies and quality standards.

The role requires an accredited nursing degree and an active Texas RN license, with at least four years of nursing experience and two in supervision. Schedule is Monday–Friday with day shifts in Amarillo.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved accredited nursing program.
• Current RN license in the State of Texas or ability to obtain a Texas license.
• At least four years in nursing, with at least two of those years in a supervisory capacity.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical leadership and daily oversight of nursing operations within the OBGYN clinic.
• Coordinates patient care, staffing, assignments, and workflow to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality services.
• Supervises, mentors, and evaluates nursing staff while ensuring compliance with clinical policies, regulatory standards, and evidence-based practices.
• Collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary teams, manages patient concerns, supports quality improvement initiatives, monitors clinical outcomes, and ensures documentation and continuity of care.
• Performs duties including staff orientation and training, participates in quality improvement projects, and supports audits and regulatory reviews.

Job description

Extended Job Title

Head Nurse

Position Description

The Head Nurse is responsible for planning, organizing, directing,and evaluating patient care services (primarily nursing services)within an assigned specialty or sub-specialty area of a clinic.Persons in this position provide supervision and coordination ofservice to subordinate nursing personnel and may provide variouslevels of direct patient care. Work is performed under usual clinicconditions.

Requisition ID

45960BR

Optional Attachments

Professional/Personal Reference

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade Maximum

9083.33

Major/Essential Functions

• Provides clinical leadership and daily oversight of nursingoperations within the OBGYN clinic.
• Coordinates patient care, staffing, assignments, and workflowto ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality services.
• Supervises, mentors, and evaluates nursing staff while ensuringcompliance with clinical policies, regulatory standards, andevidence-based practices.
• Collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary teams,manages patient concerns, supports quality improvement initiatives,monitors clinical outcomes, and ensures appropriate documentation,communication, and continuity of patient care.
• Performs occasional duties including assisting with stafforientation and training, participating in quality improvementprojects, supporting clinic audits and regulatory reviews, updatingpolicies and procedures, assisting with inventory and supplymanagement, providing input on staffing and scheduling needs,participating in emergency preparedness activities, andrepresenting nursing services during meetings or specialprojects.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

4413.92

Pay Basis

Monthly

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday, 8:00 to 5:00

Work Location

Amarillo

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an OBGYN or other clinic setting.
• Employment experience of progressive supervision.
• Demonstrated knowledge of nursing standards and regulatoryrequirements.
• Experience with EMR, Touchworks preferred.

Department

Ob Gyn Ama Genl

Required Attachments

Professional License or Certification, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

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 additionalinformation, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan .

Shift

Day

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.

Required Qualifications

Graduate from an approved accredited nursing program. Current RNlicense in the State of Texas or ability to obtain a Texas license.At least four years in nursing, with at least two of those years ina supervisory capacity.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

290X

Army Military Occupational Specialty Code

66B, 66C, 66E, 66G, 66H, 66N, 66S, 66T

Air Force Specialty Code

46AX, 46FX, 46NX, 46PX, 46SX

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and CampusCrime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges anduniversities participating in federal financial aid programs tomaintain and disclose campus crime statistics and securityinformation. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publishand distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & CrimeStatistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students andemployees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.

Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For ,TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits , including paid leave,retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so muchmore. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positiveenvironment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as wechange the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the livesof 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 andcertificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 millionindividuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is whereworld-class education meets compassionate patient care – and webelieve that our people are the reason for our institution’slasting success and bright future.

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our teammembers 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 teammembers
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leaveand 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.

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.