Operating Room Nurse (RN) at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, Texas

Job Description:

Extended Job Title

Operating Room Nurse (RN)

Org Level 1

Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

Org Level 7

691201 - RMF-Surgery

Position Description

Provides nursing service to patients who are scheduled for surgery and during surgery in a Medical/Surgical Infirmary of a Correctional Facility hospital.

Requisition ID

37519BR

Optional Attachments

Professional/Personal Reference

Travel Required

None

Pay Grade Maximum

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected

Major/Essential Functions

• Communicates patient data using EMR to support decision-making to improve patient care.


• Assists with or performs exams and procedures and documents intervention in EMR.


• Prepares and operates necessary equipment and instruments for examinations, treatments, and procedures.


• Oversee sterilization process of instruments.


• Orders Supplies.


• Provides nursing care to the patient in the recovery room setting.


• Demonstrates PACU Code blue procedures

About Managed Care:
Since 1989, 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

In addition to the base position compensation, we offer shift differential pay for night and weekend shifts:
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

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected

Pay Basis

Hourly

Work Location

Lubbock

Campus

HSC - Correctional Managed Health Care

Department

RMF-Surgery

Required Attachments

Professional License or Certification, Resume / CV

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.

Job Group

Health Care Professional

Occasional Duties

Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

• Education:  Graduate from an approved accredited school of nursing.


• License/Certification:  Current license as a Registered Nurse as approved by the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners or have the ability to transfer RN license to Texas.


• Experience:  At least two years of specific operating room experience.

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. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx. Apply Now