Charge Nurse (RN)

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
United States, Texas, Amarillo
Apr 18, 2025
Charge Nurse (RN) 40175BR 40175BR 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. Major/Essential Functions Makes daily assignments as appropriate and ensures all daily assignments are accomplished. Communicates patient data using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) to support decision-making to improve patient care. Assists with or performs exams and procedures and documents intervention in Electronic Medical Record (EMR). 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. Complies with Correctional Managed Health Care (CMHC) and Texas Tech University Health Science Center (TTUHSC) policy and security procedures, including all necessary paperwork. Maintains working knowledge of current issues and treatment modalities Demonstrates an understanding of mental illness and correctional managed healthcare. Performs direct therapeutic interaction/care for the patient in Program for the Aggressively Mentally Ill Offender (PAMIO), Chronically Mentally Ill (CMI) and Crisis Management. 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=884791 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-ca45e2bbdb0a5944b083be45896a485c