Head Nurse

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, Texas 79410 United States  View Map
Posted: Feb 09, 2025
  • Full Time
  • Public Health
  • Job Description

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    Head Nurse
    Lubbock
    40023BR

    Position Description
    Employees in this classification are responsible for the planning, organization, direction, and evaluation of patient care services (primarily nursing services) within an assigned specialty or sub-specialty area in one of the ambulatory clinics. Persons in this position provide supervision and direction to subordinate nursing personnel, coordinating the nursing service with the medical services in order to provide an efficient and professional environment for optimum production in health care for the patient. Employees are also responsible for providing professional nursing care within the assigned area of work. Supervisory duties include but are not limited to interviewing applicants for vacant nursing positions and making the final selection, maintaining personnel records regarding leave time, evaluations, and personnel problems, conducting employee evaluations, approving and coordinating leave time for nursing personnel, and assisting personnel in setting work-related goals. Work is performed under usual clinic conditions.

    Major/Essential Functions
    • Supervisory duties include but are not limited to interviewing and selecting applicants for vacant nursing positions.
    • Maintaining personnel records regarding leave time, evaluations, and personnel records per HR policies and Joint Commission requirements for nursing employees.
    • Direct supervision of approximately 3 - 5 nurses at HSC and remote facilities. Supervising staff would be considered at the moderate level.
    • Direct and coordinate clinical activities of ENT nursing staff at HSC and remote locations.
    • Communicates with patients by telephone per clinic protocols.
    • Prepares and operates necessary equipment and instruments for examination, treatments and procedures.
    • Sterilizes and disinfects medical equipment and instruments.
    • Maintains inventory of supplies in examination and procedure rooms.
    • Completes Annual Nursing Core Competency Training and Skills Fair.
    • Participates in emergency preparedness drills in the department.
    • Attends nursing staff meetings.
    • Participates in identifying patient needs for resource referral and facilitates continuity of care.
    • Assists with or performs exams and procedures and documents intervention in EMR.
    • Takes and records accurate vital signs and measurements.
    • 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.
    • Refills and/or sends medications to pharmacies per clinic and facility policy.
    • Perform employee evaluations for immediate staff under your supervision.
    • Work with physicians and administrators to develop clinical, facility, and equipment needs assessments.
    • Formulate and implement ongoing JCAHO-approved technical training programs for nurses.
    • Establish clinical nursing protocols.
    • Work under the supervision of the Administrator to ensure effective nursing operations.
    • Train and counsel assigned staff and monitor performance.


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

    To apply, please visit: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25898&siteid=5283&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=883457

    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.

    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.







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  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
    • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

    About Us

    Nationally recognized for innovative programs, academic achievement, cutting-edge research and exceptional patient care, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center aims to promote a greater health environment for West Texas and beyond. While our flagship campus resides proudly in Lubbock, Texas, TTUHSC operates five schools with campuses in Abilene, Amarillo, Dallas/Fort Worth, Lubbock and the Permian Basin (Midland & Odessa).

    Like Texas itself, we are an independent and proud institution that is part of a larger union, the Texas Tech University System. As a university separate from Texas Tech University, we have been entrusted with a singular charge: to teach the next generation of doctors, nurses, pharmacists, researchers and health care professionals while simultaneously providing the people of West Texas with world-class patient care. We are both an institution of higher learning and a place where real people come for life-saving medical care.

    Our Mission

    As a comprehensive health sciences center, our mission is to enrich the lives of others by educating students to become collaborative health care professionals, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research.

    Our Values & Culture

    Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first. Our five values guide our actions and principles: Beyond Service, Kindhearted, Integrity, One Team, and Visionary.

    Compensation & Benefits

    We are proud to offer many exceptional employee benefits, including a generous compensation package with comprehensive benefits, medical and dental insurance, paid time off and substantial automatic retirement contributions. Additionally, we invest in employee success by providing many resources designed to support your personal and professional growth, including:

    • Comprehensive Health Plans and Other Core Insurance
    • State Retirement Programs and Pension Options
    • Retiree Insurance for Lifetime Medical Benefits
    • Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Programs
    • Tuition scholarships for employees and their dependents
    • Leadership and Professional Development Programs
    • Mental and Physical Wellness Programs
    • Employee Recognition Programs and Longevity Pay

    We are excited for you to consider joining our team at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Consistently ranked as a "Great College to Work For" by the Chronicle of Higher Education, TTUHSC provides so much more than just a job!

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