Charge Nurse
About The Position
Employees in this classification are responsible for nursing care at unit of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Implements unit objectives and administrative policies. This position is under clinical supervision of the Unit Director of Nurses. Makes daily assignments as appropriate and ensures all daily assignments are accomplished. Communicates patient data using Electronic Health Record (EHR) to support decision-making to improve patient care. Assists with or performs exams and procedures and documents intervention in EHR. Administer or assist with administration and documentation of medication. Supports the goal of the unit by attending meetings and sharing the information with the staff in regular staff meetings. Maintains working knowledge of current issues and treatment modalities. Monitor patient Access to Care for housing areas assigned to your shift. Assures that physical counts of sharps, instruments, & keys are correct and documented in appropriate logs. Accepts on call rotation. Assist in planning, coordinating, directing management functions for the unit. Responds to all request in a timely manner as required. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited nursing program.
- Two years of nursing experience.
- At least 6 months of experience as a Registered Nurse.
- Possession of a valid, current RN license as approved by the Texas State Board of Examiners.
Responsibilities
- Implement unit objectives and administrative policies.
- Make daily assignments and ensure they are accomplished.
- Communicate patient data using Electronic Health Record (EHR).
- Assist with or perform exams and procedures and document interventions in EHR.
- Administer or assist with administration and documentation of medication.
- Attend meetings and share information with staff.
- Maintain working knowledge of current issues and treatment modalities.
- Monitor patient Access to Care for housing areas assigned to your shift.
- Assure physical counts of sharps, instruments, & keys are correct and documented.
- Accept on call rotation.
- Assist in planning, coordinating, and directing management functions for the unit.
- Respond to all requests in a timely manner.
Benefits
- 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.
- Night Shift Employees: Earn an extra $8.00 per hour for shifts worked on Saturday and Sunday.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
