Charge Nurse

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
United States, Texas, Lubbock
3601 4th Street (Show on map)
Mar 13, 2025
Charge Nurse Pampa 40446BR 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 Nurse Manager. Major/Essential Functions Functions within their legal scope of practice and in accordance with policies and procedures of the organization and practice setting. Supports the Values Based Culture philosophy of Texas Tech Managed Care. Assist and communicate wit the Infection Control Nurse on completion of infection control responsibilities. Assist in lab responsibilities at the Jordan and Baten Units. Covers the floor and assists the Nurse Manager in supervision of the other clinical personnel and may substitute for the Nurse Manager in their absence. Makes sure daily assignments are accomplished. Communicates patient data using EHR and verbal communications including telephone and telehealth machines to aid in decision-making to improve patient care. Assist with or performs exams and procedures and documents intervention in EHR. Monitor and complete all functions in the PTM system. Administer or assist with administration and documentation of medication. Supports the goal of the unit by reports, attending meetings and sharing the information with the staff in regular staff meetings. Maintains working knowledge of current issues and treatment modalities. About Managed Care: Since 1989, Texas Tech University Health Science Center (TTUHSC) Managed Care has served as a healthcare delivery service, providing high quality, low cost healthcare to patients within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice system. We provide medical, mental health, and dental services to patients in 22 facilities throughout West Texas. Managed Care emphasizes our values-based culture in all we do. You can learn more about TTUHSC Managed Care by visiting our website HERE. This valuable team member shall perform work in a manner that reflects the Values of TTUHSC: ONE TEAM: Unite and include diverse perspectives to achieve our mission KINDHEARTED: Exceed expectations with a kind heart, helping hands, and a positive attitude INTEGRITY: Be honorable and trustworthy even when no one is looking VISIONARY: Nurture innovative ideas, bold explorations, and a pioneering spirit BEYOND SERVICE: Create and deliver positive defining moments Take care of yourself and your family. Enjoy some of the best benefits in the state of Texas: Comprehensive Benefits Package Training Continuing Education Loan Forgiveness Program Retiree Insurance Paid Leave Leadership Program State Pension 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. 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. To apply, please visit: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25898&siteid=5283&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=886521 All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. 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. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx. jeid-d8619c79d57b3c468736f590c0e49750