Registered Nurse (RN) - Staff

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; 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 Full-Time Clinical Pediatric Nurse in an outpatient clinic setting. The successful candidate will provide professional nursing care, perform assessments, and coordinate care for diverse pediatric patients.

Responsibilities include patient education, medication coordination, and collaboration with physicians and support staff to ensure high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Board of Nursing accredited program of professional nursing or scheduled to complete a program within 120 days of applying.
• Current Registered Nursing license in Texas or temporary permit to practice pending full licensure.
• New graduates must pass NCLEX-RN on first attempt.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care in outpatient pediatrics clinics and sub-specialties.
• Perform nursing assessments, document in EMR, and coordinate patient care across services.
• Support patient and family education, medication management, and follow-up planning.
• Triage clinical inquiries and ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Nursing

RN license

NCLEX-RN

Pediatrics

Epic EMR

Education

Board of Nursing accredited program

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For ,TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellentbenefits , 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. TTUHSCgraduates more health care professionals than any other health careinstitution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees andcertificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. Byproviding comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 millionindividuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancingthe 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.

Visa Information

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

Position Description

Employees in this classification are responsible for providingprofessional nursing care in an assigned specialty or sub-specialtyclinic. They perform a variety of general and specialized nursingduties as part of a total health care team to provide the patientwith complete evaluations. Employees in this position generallyassist the head nurse in the supervision of other clinic personneland may substitute for this person in the event of his/her absence.May supervise and instruct subordinate nursing personnel. Receivessupervision from head nurse or physician, functions independentlywithin guidelines. May supervise ancillary nursing personnel in theperformance of certain tasks, and assists in training personnel.Work is performed under usual clinic conditions and requires a highdegree of contact with patients, families, and other clinicpersonnel and outside professionals.

Major/Essential Functions

• Serves as the primary clinical nurse supporting Pediatricspecialists in the delivery of comprehensive outpatient specialtycare, providing clinical support, patient education, carecoordination, and nursing services for a variety of pediatricspecialty populations.
• Provides professional nursing care to pediatric patients in thePediatric Nephrology and Pediatric Specialty clinics utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, andevaluation.
• Serves as the primary clinical nurse supporting the PediatricNephrologist and other Pediatric Specialists as assigned in thedelivery of comprehensive outpatient specialty care for childrenwith complex medical needs.
• Performs patient assessments including obtaining medicalhistories, medication reconciliation, vital signs, growthmeasurements, and clinical documentation within the electronicmedical record.
• Coordinates patient care before, during, and after clinicvisits to promote continuity of care and timely access to specialtyservices.
• Provides patient and family education regarding diseaseprocesses, medications, treatment plans, laboratory testing,imaging, nutrition, hydration, home monitoring, and follow-upcare.
• Reviews laboratory and diagnostic results with providers andassists in communicating treatment recommendations and care plansto patients and families.
• Coordinates referrals, specialty testing, hospital follow-up,infusion services, dialysis coordination (when applicable), andmultidisciplinary care with internal and external healthcareproviders.
• Assists with medication prior authorizations, prescriptionrefills, durable medical equipment requests, and other clinicaldocumentation necessary to support patient care.
• Triages incoming patient calls, electronic messages, and urgentclinical concerns utilizing established protocols and providerguidance.
• Maintains accurate clinical documentation within the electronicmedical record while ensuring compliance with TTUHSC policies,HIPAA requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives, clinicalworkflow optimization, and patient safety activities.
• Collaborates effectively with physicians, advanced practiceproviders, medical assistants, patient services specialists,laboratory personnel, pharmacists, social workers, and othermembers of the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Supports the educational mission of TTUHSC by fostering apositive learning environment for medical students, residents, andother learners.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Completion of a Board of Nursing accredited program of professionalnursing or scheduled to complete a program of professional nursingwithin 120 days of applying for a position. Current RegisteredNursing license in the state of Texas or the attainment of atemporary permit from the Board of Nursing to practice professionalnursing pending full licensure in the state of Texas. New graduatesmust pass the National Council Licensure Examination for RegisteredNurses (NCLEX- RN) on the first attempt. No experiencerequired.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of nursing experience in pediatrics,ambulatory care, family medicine, nephrology, or another specialtypractice.
• Previous experience in an outpatient clinic, academic medicalpractice, or pediatric specialty clinic.
• Knowledge of insurance authorization processes, medicationprior authorizations, and referral coordination is preferred.
• Experience utilizing electronic medical records (Epicpreferred; other EMR experience acceptable).
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

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 byproviding opportunities for personal and professional growth,including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, andhealth and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a varietyof other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms andgolf 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

18.24

Pay Grade Maximum

27.83

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of theindividual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiringdepartment, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additionalinformation, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Grant Funded?

No

Travel Required

None

Shift

Day

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Air Force Specialty Code

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

Army Military Occupational Specialty Code

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

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

290X

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,disability, genetic information or status as a protectedveteran.

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 websiteat https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.