Registered Nurse (RN) - Staff - No Experience Required

Position DescriptionEmployees in this classification are responsible for providing professional nursing care in an assigned specialty or sub-specialty clinic. They perform a variety of general and specialized nursing duties as part of a total health care team to provide the patient with complete evaluations. Employees in this position generally assist the head nurse in the supervision of other clinic personnel and may substitute for this person in the event of his/her absence. May supervise and instruct subordinate nursing personnel. Receives supervision from head nurse or physician, functions independently within guidelines. May supervise ancillary nursing personnel in the performance of certain tasks, and assists in training personnel. Work is performed under usual clinic conditions and requires a high degree of contact with patients, families, and other clinic personnel and outside professionals.Requisition ID44259BRTravel RequiredNonePay Grade Maximum$35.34Major/Essential FunctionsTriage patient calls.Reports data, identifies, and reports alterations in patient responses to assist in the identification of problems and formulation of goals/ outcomes and patient-centered plans of care in collaboration with patients, their families, and the interdisciplinary health care team.Assists in determining the physical and mental health status, needs, and preferences of culturally, ethnically, and socially diverse patients and their families.Communicates patient data using EMR to support decision-making to improve patient care.Implements teaching plans for patients and their families with well-defined health learning needs.Participates in emergency preparedness drills in the departmentAttends Nursing staff meetings.Participates in the identification of patient needs for referral to resources and facilitates continuity of care.Assists with or performs exams and procedures and documents intervention in EMR.Obtain and record accurate vital signs and measurements.Communicate with patients via telephone per clinic protocols.Prepares and operates necessary equipment and instruments for examinations, treatments, and procedures.Maintains the inventory of supplies and medications for optimal and accessible storage.Completes Annual Nursing Core Competency Training and Skills Fair.Grant Funded?NoPay Grade Minimum$20.00Pay BasisHourlySchedule Details8am- 5pmWork LocationLubbockPreferred QualificationsBilingual in Spanish and EnglishAt least one year of RN nursing experience preferably in Pediatrics.Pediatrics general and/or specialty(Pulmonology, Endocrinology, Adolescent Medicine, and Infectious Disease) experience.DepartmentPedi Administration Lbk GenlRequired AttachmentsResume / CVJob TypeFull TimePay StatementCompensation 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.Occasional Duties* Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.ShiftDayEEO StatementAll 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.Required QualificationsCompletion of a Board of Nursing accredited program of professional nursing or scheduled to complete a program of professional nursing within 120 days of applying for a position. Current Registered Nursing license in the state of Texas or the attainment of a temporary permit from the Board of Nursing to practice professional nursing pending full licensure in the state of Texas. New graduates must pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX- RN) on the first attempt. No experience required.Does this position work in a research laboratory?NoNavy Enlisted Classification Code290XArmy Military Occupational Specialty Code66B, 66C, 66E, 66G, 66H, 66N, 66S, 66TAir Force Specialty Code46AX, 46FX, 46NX, 46PX, 46SXJeanne Clery ActThe 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 at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.IntroductionNationally recognized as a Great College to Work For, TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits, including paid leave, retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so much more. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positive environment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as we change the future of health care.About TTUHSCTexas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care - and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution's lasting success and bright future.Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.BenefitsTTUHSC 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 membersPaid Time Off - Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and moreRetirement PlansWellness ProgramsCertified Mother-Friendly WorkplaceAdditionally, 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.