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Job Description
Head Nurse - General pediatrics
42757BR
42757BR
Position Description
The Head Nurse is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating patient care services (primarily nursing services) within an assigned specialty or sub-specialty area of a clinic. Persons in this position provide supervision and coordination of service to subordinate nursing personnel and may provide various levels of direct patient care. Work is performed under usual clinic conditions.
Major/Essential Functions- Staff Training and Supervision
- Oversees the training, orientation, and ongoing supervision of nursing staff to ensure they are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their roles effectively and safely.
- Competency Assurance
- Evaluates and verifies the clinical competency of nursing staff to ensure they are qualified to perform assigned duties and provide high-quality patient care.
- Staffing and Coverage Coordination
- Collaborates with the Head Nurse of Specialty Pediatrics and other relevant leaders to ensure appropriate staffing and coverage for daily clinical operations.
- Electronic Health Record (EHR) Monitoring
- Monitors the accurate documentation and communication of patient information in Electronic Health Records (EHR), supporting clinical decision-making and continuity of care.
- Regulatory Compliance and Auditing Readiness
- Ensures all clinic operations and nursing practices comply with regulatory standards and guidelines. Keeps staff informed and prepared for internal and external audits.
- Emergency Preparedness
- Leads the planning and execution of departmental emergency response drills. Ensures staff are trained, participate actively, and respond effectively in organizational emergency preparedness activities.
- Collaboration for Quality Improvement
- Partners with clinical staff, providers, and leadership to identify and implement strategies that enhance patient satisfaction, safety, and the overall quality of care.
Required Qualifications
Graduate from an approved accredited nursing program. Current RN license in the State of Texas or ability to obtain a Texas license. At least four years in nursing, with at least two of those years in a supervisory capacity.
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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.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
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Nationally recognized for innovative programs, academic achievement, cutting-edge research and exceptional patient care, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center aims to promote a greater health environment for West Texas and beyond. While our flagship campus resides proudly in Lubbock, Texas, TTUHSC operates five schools with campuses in Abilene, Amarillo, Dallas/Fort Worth, Lubbock and the Permian Basin (Midland & Odessa).
Like Texas itself, we are an independent and proud institution that is part of a larger union, the Texas Tech University System. As a university separate from Texas Tech University, we have been entrusted with a singular charge: to teach the next generation of doctors, nurses, pharmacists, researchers and health care professionals while simultaneously providing the people of West Texas with world-class patient care. We are both an institution of higher learning and a place where real people come for life-saving medical care.
Our Mission
As a comprehensive health sciences center, our mission is to enrich the lives of others by educating students to become collaborative health care professionals, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research.
Our Values & Culture
Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first. Our five values guide our actions and principles: Beyond Service, Kindhearted, Integrity, One Team, and Visionary.
Compensation & Benefits
We are proud to offer many exceptional employee benefits, including a generous compensation package with comprehensive benefits, medical and dental insurance, paid time off and substantial automatic retirement contributions. Additionally, we invest in employee success by providing many resources designed to support your personal and professional growth, including:
- Comprehensive Health Plans and Other Core Insurance
- State Retirement Programs and Pension Options
- Retiree Insurance for Lifetime Medical Benefits
- Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Programs
- Tuition scholarships for employees and their dependents
- Leadership and Professional Development Programs
- Mental and Physical Wellness Programs
- Employee Recognition Programs and Longevity Pay
We are excited for you to consider joining our team at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Consistently ranked as a "Great College to Work For" by the Chronicle of Higher Education, TTUHSC provides so much more than just a job!
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