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Posted July 05, 2026
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (Staff)

Registered Nurse (RN)

Lubbock, Texas, United States Full Time
Reference: 45501BR

Position Description

Employees in this classification perform responsible professional nursing care at a unit of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Responsible for the care and treatment of patients in accordance with accepted nursing and medical standards administrative nursing personnel. Supervises other subordinate clinic personnel. Work is performed under correctional clinic conditions; position requires a high degree of contact with patients, other clinic personnel and outside professionals.

Department

Psych Montford Unit

Major/Essential Functions

  • Utilize the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system to accurately document and communicate patient information, supporting clinical decision-making and enhancing patient care.
  • Assist with or perform patient examinations, assessments, and procedures, ensuring timely and accurate documentation of all interventions in the EMR.
  • Administer or assist in the administration of medications, including proper documentation in accordance with clinical protocols.
  • Support patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to ensure safe and efficient care transitions.
  • Prepare, operate, and maintain medical equipment and instruments required for exams, treatments, and procedures.
In addition to the base position compensation, we offer shift differential pay for night and weekend shifts:
Registered Nurse Shift Differential:
  • Day Shift Employees: Earn an extra $4.00 per hour for shifts worked on Saturday and Sunday.
  • Night Shift Employees:
    • Earn an extra $4.00 per hour for shifts worked Monday through Friday.
    • Earn an extra $8.00 per hour for shifts worked on Saturday and Sunday.


Occasional Duties

Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Qualifications

  • Current RN License in the State of Texas, or ability to transfer license to Texas, or scheduled to complete a program of nursing within 120 days of applying for a position.
  • Graduated from an approved accredited nursing program.
  • New graduates must pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX- RN) on the first attempt.
  • No experience required.


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.

Jeanne Clery Act

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. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.

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