Assistant Director of Nurses at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, Texas

Job Description:

Extended Job Title

Assistant Director of Nurses

Org Level 1

Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

Org Level 7

691021 - Wichita Falls Allred Unit

Position Description

Supervises and delegates nursing care to members of the health team. May perform nursing care based on staffing needs. Functions within legal scope of practice and in accordance with the policies and procedures of the organization and practice setting. Plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates patient care services. Individual(s) in this position, generally assist Director of Nurses (DON) in their absence. Provides supervision and direction to subordinate nursing staff to ensure a safe, efficient, and professional environment.

Requisition ID

39660BR

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

• Monitors communication of patient data using Electronic Health Record to support decision-making for deliver of optimal patient care.


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


• Ensures nursing staff are properly educated and supervised to perform job functions.


• Performs investigation of accidents/injuries and generates occurrence reports for unexpected outcomes.


• Assists to assure that the unit is staffed with adequate numbers of appropriately trained licensed nurses.


• Speaks with offender family members to answer questions and discuss patient care.


• Sits as committee member of various committees.


• Other duties as assigned.

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 provided


• Continuing education


• Loan Forgiveness Program


• Retiree Insurance


• Paid Leave


• Leadership Program


• State Pension

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

Monthly

Work Location

Wichita Falls

Campus

HSC - Correctional Managed Health Care

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.

Job Group

Health Care Professional

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


License/Certification: * Current RN license in the State of Texas or ability to obtain a Texas license. Education: * Graduated from an approved accredited nursing program. Experience: * At least four years in nursing, with at least two of those years in a supervisory capacity.

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