Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Extended Job Title
Correctional Nurse
Position Description Are you a compassionate and dedicated
Registered Nurse (RN)
looking for a fulfilling career where your skills and empathy truly make a difference? Join Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Managed Care, and be a part of a team committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate healthcare.
We provide
medical, mental health, and dental services
to patients in 22 facilities across West Texas with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Our Values-Based Culture guides us in everything we do, ensuring patient-centered care in a supportive and collaborative environment.
As a
Registered Nurse , you will be an essential part of our healthcare team, delivering direct patient care, assisting with treatment plans, and ensuring the well‑being of those you serve. Your responsibilities will include administering medications, performing health assessments, and contributing to a dynamic and purpose‑driven workplace.
Requisition ID 43402BR
Travel Required None
Pay Grade Maximum 42
Major/Essential Functions
Communicates patient data using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) to support decision‑making to improve patient care.
Assists with or performs exams and procedures and documents intervention in Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Maintains working knowledge of current issues and treatment modalities.
Prepares and operates necessary equipment and instruments for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
Ensures compliance administration or documentation of medications.
Performs direct therapeutic interaction/care for the patient in the outpatient setting.
Complies with Correctional Managed Health Care (CMHC) and Texas Tech University Health Science Center (TTUHSC) policy and security procedures, including all necessary paperwork.
Participates in the multidisciplinary treatment team process.
Demonstrates an understanding of mental illness and correctional managed healthcare.
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.
Grant Funded? No
Pay Grade Minimum 34
Pay Basis Hourly
Schedule Details Will discuss at interview.
Work Location Amarillo
Department Amarillo Clements Unit
Job Type Full Time
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 https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.
Occasional Duties Other duties as assigned.
Shift Other
EEO Statement All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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.
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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Position Description Are you a compassionate and dedicated
Registered Nurse (RN)
looking for a fulfilling career where your skills and empathy truly make a difference? Join Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Managed Care, and be a part of a team committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate healthcare.
We provide
medical, mental health, and dental services
to patients in 22 facilities across West Texas with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Our Values-Based Culture guides us in everything we do, ensuring patient-centered care in a supportive and collaborative environment.
As a
Registered Nurse , you will be an essential part of our healthcare team, delivering direct patient care, assisting with treatment plans, and ensuring the well‑being of those you serve. Your responsibilities will include administering medications, performing health assessments, and contributing to a dynamic and purpose‑driven workplace.
Requisition ID 43402BR
Travel Required None
Pay Grade Maximum 42
Major/Essential Functions
Communicates patient data using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) to support decision‑making to improve patient care.
Assists with or performs exams and procedures and documents intervention in Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Maintains working knowledge of current issues and treatment modalities.
Prepares and operates necessary equipment and instruments for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
Ensures compliance administration or documentation of medications.
Performs direct therapeutic interaction/care for the patient in the outpatient setting.
Complies with Correctional Managed Health Care (CMHC) and Texas Tech University Health Science Center (TTUHSC) policy and security procedures, including all necessary paperwork.
Participates in the multidisciplinary treatment team process.
Demonstrates an understanding of mental illness and correctional managed healthcare.
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.
Grant Funded? No
Pay Grade Minimum 34
Pay Basis Hourly
Schedule Details Will discuss at interview.
Work Location Amarillo
Department Amarillo Clements Unit
Job Type Full Time
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 https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.
Occasional Duties Other duties as assigned.
Shift Other
EEO Statement All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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.
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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