PRN RN - Abilene Community Health Center

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part 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 Abilene is seeking a PRN RN for the Combest Center, performing a wide range of outpatient nursing duties under the resource nurse pool, providing complete evaluations in a team-based setting.

The position requires a Texas RN license, BLS certification, EHR experience, and 2–3 years hospital/clinic experience; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus. Schedule is day shift, part-time, on-site with occasional weekend coverage.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized nursing program; one to two years' hospital/clinic experience preferred.
• Texas RN license required.
• CPR/BLS certification preferred or active.

Responsibilities

• Function within the nurse’s scope of practice and organization policies.
• Supervise and/or delegate nursing care in the absence of SR Staff Nurse.
• Assist with development and evaluation of care protocols and supervise nursing staff.
• Report data and alterations in patient responses to support goal-oriented care.
• Triage and assess health status of diverse patients and families.
• Analyze data to develop care plans in collaboration with the care team.
• Refer patients to resources to ensure continuity of care and health promotion.

Skills

CPR BLS Certified

EHR Experience

Two Years Supervisory Experience

Lab Specimen Processing

Experience Reviewing Patient Charts

Bilingual English/Spanish

2-3 years hospital/ambulatory clinic

Education

Texas RN License

Registered Nurse Program Completion

Job description

Extended Job Title

PRN RN - Abilene Community Health Center

Position Description

Employees in this classification are responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care activities in a specialty or subspecialty outpatient clinic as assigned from the resource nurse pool. This job to be used in Resource Nurse pool only. Incumbents perform a variety of general and specialized nursing duties to provide the patient with complete evaluations. Work is performed under the direction of a licensed (RN/LVN) nurse or physician as part of a total health care team in providing complete evaluations to patients.

Requisition ID

45934BR

Optional Attachments

Professional/Personal Reference, Other Documents Supporting Qualifications

Travel Required

None

Pay Grade Maximum

salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Major/Essential Functions

• Function within the nurse’s legal scope of practice and in accordance with the policies and procedures of the organization and practice setting.
• In the absence of the SR Staff Nurse, RN will supervise and/or delegate nursing care to other members of the health care team using evidence-based practice in accordance with departmental staffing model.
• Assists SR Staff Nurse with development, maintenance, revision and evaluation of protocols and provide daily supervision of nurses and subordinates to include scheduling, activity overview and daily duties and function.
• Reports data, identifies and reports alterations in patient responses to assist in the identification of problems and formulation of goals outcomes and patient-centered plans of care in collaboration with patients, their families, and the interdisciplinary health care team.
• Triage and or determines the physical and mental health status, needs, and preferences of culturally, ethnically, and socially diverse patients and their families based upon interpretation of comprehensive health assessment findings.
• Analyze assessment data to identify problems, formulate goals/outcomes, and develop plans of care for patients and their families using information from evident-based practice in collaboration with patients, their families, and the interdisciplinary health care team.
• Refer patients and their families to resources that facilitate continuity of care, health promotion, maintenance and restoration.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Pay Basis

Hourly

Schedule Details

PRN HRS MON - FRI 8am - 5pm & may wk some SAT 8-1

Work Location

Abilene

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience working in a hospital, ambulatory clinic, or community-based setting.
• CPR BLS Certified.
• Electronic Health Records (EHR) experience.
• Experience in collecting and processing lab specimens.
• Two years of supervisory experience.
• Experience in reviewing patient charts for quality indicators.
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Department

SON Combest Center Lbk

Required Attachments

Professional License or Certification, Resume / CV

Job Type

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

Occasional Duties

• Supervise nursing team in the absence of the SR Staff Nurse.
• Attend required institutional and departmental training sessions.
• Attend and participate in departmental meetings.
• Complete required training(s) and CEUs.
• Staff RN will be required to review patient charts and provide outcomes for performance management, quality improvement, and required reporting.

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

Completion of a recognized program of nursing. One to two years of experience are preferred in a hospital, clinic or community based setting. Certification in the state of Texas as a Registered Nurse.

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 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.aspx.

Introduction

Nationally recognized as 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 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.

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.

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.