Registered Nurse

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; La Mesa Colonia (TX); On-site; USD 48,216 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans – Individual health insurance provided at no cost

Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Registered Nurse in Lamesa, Texas. This position involves providing professional nursing care to patients at the Lamesa Smith Unit, adhering to medical standards. Candidates must have a current RN License in Texas or be scheduled to obtain one soon. The role offers a 12-hour day shift, competitive pay ranging from $35 to $38 per hour, and includes benefits like health insurance, paid time off, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Current RN License in the State of Texas or ability to transfer license.
• No experience required.
• New graduates must pass NCLEX-RN on the first attempt.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients at the Lamesa Smith Unit.
• Administer medications as ordered and maintain knowledge of dosages.
• Prepare and operate necessary equipment for examinations and treatments.
• Communicate patient data using Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Complete documentation for incoming/outgoing patients.
• Inspect and monitor equipment and maintain care areas.
• Serve as a relief charge nurse when needed.
• Communicate with healthcare providers on patient care.

Education

Graduated from an approved accredited nursing program

Job description

Position Description

Employees in this classification perform responsible professional nursing care at a unit of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Responsible for the care and treatment of patients in accordance with accepted nursing and medical standards. Supervises other subordinate clinic personnel. Work is performed under correctional clinic conditions; position requires a high degree of contact with patients, other clinic personnel and outside professionals.

Major Essential Functions

• Responsible for providing care to patients at the Lamesa Smith Unit.
• Administers medications as ordered, adheres to facility policy and procedure of medication administration, and maintains knowledge of appropriate dosages, reactions and contraindications of medications.
• Communicates patient data using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) to support decision‑making to improve patient care.
• Prepares and operates necessary equipment and instruments for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Assists in completing required documentation for incoming/outgoing patients including obtaining accurate patient histories.
• Inspects and monitors equipment; ensures maintenance of patient care areas, equipment and supplies, and medication refrigerator.
• Serves as a relief charge nurse when needed, delegating tasks to lower level nursing staff.
• Communicates with Physicians or Advanced Practice Providers as needed, calls report when transferring patients to another unit or hospital, and notifies provider(s) of any significant incidents.

Schedule Details

12 hour shift; Day class.

Pay

Maximum: $38.00 hourly; Minimum: $35.00 hourly.

Work Location

Lamesa, Lamesa Smith Unit.

Required Qualifications

License/Certification: Current RN License in the State of Texas, or ability to transfer license to Texas, or scheduled to complete a program of nursing within 120 days of applying. Graduated from an approved accredited nursing program. New graduates must pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX‑RN) on the first attempt.

Experience: No experience required.

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

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.

Benefits

• Health Plans – 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.

Additional Information

Shift differential pay is available for night and weekend shifts.

Paid leave, retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance, and other benefits are part of the compensation package.