Charge Nurse (RN)

Position Description

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) looking for a fulfilling career where your skills and empathy truly make a difference? Join our team as a Charge Nurse (RN). At Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Managed Care, be a part of a team committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate healthcare.

We provide medical, mental health, and dental services to patients in 22 facilities across West Texas with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Our Values-Based Culture guides us in everything we do, ensuring patient-centered care in a supportive and collaborative environment.

As a Charge Nurse, you will play a vital role in our healthcare team by providing high-quality nursing care and supporting unit objectives and administrative policies. You will work under the supervision of the Unit Director of Nurses, performing both general and specialized nursing duties within your legal scope of practice. In this role, you will assist the Director of Nurses in overseeing clinic personnel and may step in for them when they are absent. You will also interact regularly with both patients and clinic staff to ensure the delivery of safe and competent care.

Major/Essential Functions

• Makes daily assignments and ensures completion of tasks.
• Communicates patient data using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) to support decision making and improve patient care.
• Administers or assists with medication administration and documentation.
• Supports unit goals by attending meetings and sharing information with staff.
• Participates in quality audits.
• Maintains documentation to ensure standards of care and policy compliance.
• Conducts job evaluations and handles disciplinary actions.
• Keeps accurate records of employee performance.
  
  

Why Join Us?

In addition to competitive base salary, we offer:

• Comprehensive Benefits – Enjoy full benefits through the State of Texas, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, retirement plans, and more.
• Purpose-Driven Work –Make a direct impact on the health and well-being of a diverse patient population.
• Career Growth – Advance your skills with paid training, continuing education, leadership programs, and opportunities for promotion.
• Loan Forgiveness – Qualify for programs that help ease student debt.
• Supportive Team – Work in a collaborative, values-driven environment alongside dedicated healthcare professionals.
• Day Shift Only:
• Work Hours 5:00AM-5:00PM
• No Night Shift
• Competitive Pay – Earn a strong salary plus shift differential:
• Weekend Differential: +$3/hr on weekends
• Join us and build a fulfilling career in a unique healthcare setting!
  
  

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.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous Correctional Experience.

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace
  
  

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

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 at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

EEO Statement

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