Charge Nurse (RN)

About the Role

Join our team as a Charge Nurse (RN) at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Managed Care, where you’ll be part of a values-driven culture committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate healthcare. We provide medical, mental health, and dental services to patients across 22 facilities in West Texas, in partnership with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. As a Charge Nurse, you’ll play a vital role in our healthcare team, providing nursing care, supporting unit objectives, and ensuring administrative policies are met. You’ll work under the supervision of the Unit Nurse Manager, perform general and specialized nursing duties, and assist in overseeing clinic personnel.

Responsibilities

• 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?

• Comprehensive Benefits: 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 promotion opportunities.
• Loan Forgiveness: Qualify for programs to ease student debt.
• Supportive Team: Work in a collaborative, values-driven environment with dedicated healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program.
• Two years of nursing experience, with at least 6 months as a Registered Nurse.
• Possession of a valid, current RN license approved by the Texas State Board of Examiners.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Correctional Experience.

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

Benefits

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options: Individual health insurance 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.
• Personal and professional growth opportunities, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives.
• Additional perks such as gym and golf course memberships, software and facility access, and discounts on travel, technology, and entertainment.