Charge Nurse

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.

Requisition

44046

Travel Required

None

Pay Grade Maximum

43.00

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.

* Other duties as assigned.

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.

Learn more about TTUHSC Managed Care HERE.

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.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

38.00

Pay Basis

Hourly

Work Location

Wichita Falls

Preferred Qualifications

* Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

* 2 years experience as an RN.

* 1 year experience as a Charge Nurse.

* 1 year of corrections experience.

Department

Wichita Falls Allred Unit

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

Shift

Night

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 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.

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://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Introduction

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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.

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