Registered Nurse (RN) - Staff

Visa Information TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H‑1B I‑129 visa petitions in accordance with the directive issued by Governor Abbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required. On a limited, case‑by‑case basis, the institution may also sponsor eligible individuals for change‑of‑status or change‑of‑employer petitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the $100,000 fee, if applicable. Position Description Employees 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. They may supervise and instruct subordinate nursing personnel and receive supervision from the head nurse or physician, functioning independently within guidelines. They may supervise ancillary nursing personnel in certain tasks and assist 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. Major / Essential Functions 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 health learning needs. 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. Takes and records accurate vital signs. Communicates with patients via telephone per clinic protocols. Prepares and operates necessary equipment and instruments for examinations, treatments and procedures. Sterilizes and disinfects medical equipment. Stocks and inspects inventory of supplies in examination and treatment rooms. Completes Annual Nursing Core Competency Training and Skills Fair. Appropriately triages incoming symptom‑based calls measurements. Occasional Duties Assigned to work with Allergist if needed as well as do allergy testing, injections, and allergy serum mixing. Assigned to work in triage. Assigned to cover other areas as deemed by nursing supervisors. Required Qualifications Completion 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 NCLEX‑RN on the first attempt. No experience required. Preferred Qualifications 3 years of clinic nursing experience. Required Attachments Resume / CV Optional Attachments Professional License/Certification 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. Job Type Full Time Pay Basis Hourly Pay Grade Minimum 18.24 Pay Grade Maximum 45.6 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 Grant Funded? No Travel Required Up to 25% Shift Day Schedule Details Monday‑Friday 8 to 5 Does this position work in a research laboratory? No Air Force Specialty Code 46AX, 46FX, 46NX, 46PX, 46SX Army Military Occupational Specialty Code 66B, 66C, 66E, 66G, 66H, 66N, 66S, 66T Navy Enlisted Classification Code 290X 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. 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