Registered Nurse at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, Texas

Job Description:

Extended Job Title

Registered Nurse

Org Level 1

Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

Org Level 7

691012 - Brownwood Havins Unit

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 administrative nursing personnel. 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.

Requisition ID

38706BR

Travel Required

None

Pay Grade Maximum

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department

Major/Essential Functions

• Reports data; identifies and reports alterations in patient responses to assist in the identification of problems and formulation of goals /outcomes.


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


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


• Administer or assist with administration or documentation of medications.


• Assures that physical counts of sharps, instruments, & keys are correct and documented in appropriate logs.


• Maintains working knowledge of current issues and treatment modalities.


• Effectively participates in the overall goals of the Managed Care team


• Responds to all request in a timely manner as required.


• Support the goal of the unit by attending meetings.


• Triage sick call request.


• Performs nursing rounds as needed in all required areas

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

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 and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department

Pay Basis

Hourly

Schedule Details

Determined upon interview and assignment

Work Location

Brownwood

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous correctional experience

Campus

HSC - Correctional Managed Health Care

Department

Brownwood Havins 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.

Job Group

Skilled Technicians

Occasional Duties

Other duties as assigned.

Shift

Other

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


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 for a position. 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.

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. Apply Now