Charge Nurse

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

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 nursing care at Bell County Jail in Belton, TX. Implements unit objectives and administrative policies.

Major/Essential Functions

As a clinical leader, you’ll play an important role in creating an environment where patients receive quality care and clinical teams have the support they need to succeed. You’ll combine clinical expertise, leadership, and operational oversight to help drive safe, effective, and compassionate care.

• Clinical Operations Oversight: Provide leadership and oversight of daily clinical operations, ensuring compliance with organizational, state, and regulatory standards. Maintain appropriate staffing and skill mix to support safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.
• Staff Supervision and Development: Lead, support, and develop clinical team members through ongoing coaching, feedback, performance evaluations, and professional development.
• Quality and Compliance: Promote a culture of quality, safety, and regulatory readiness. Support continuous improvement initiatives and ensure adherence to established clinical and compliance standards.
• Clinical Care and Documentation: Ensure patients receive timely, responsive clinical care, including sick-call and emergency services. Promote accurate, thorough, and timely clinical documentation.
• Patient Care Coordination: Support effective coordination of care and ensure patients with higher-risk or complex needs are appropriately identified and escalated through established clinical channels.
• Communication and Reporting: Foster clear and consistent communication among clinical staff and leadership. Ensure appropriate incident reporting, effective shift handoffs, and participation in required clinical and leadership meetings.
• Operational Support: Demonstrate flexibility in supporting evolving operational needs, including cross-coverage and special assignments, while maintaining high standards of clinical and operational performance.

If you’re a collaborative clinical leader who is passionate about delivering high-quality care, developing strong teams, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients, we’d love to hear from you. Join us and bring your experience, leadership, and commitment to an environment where your work can have a lasting impact.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program.
• Two years of nursing experience, with at least 6 months of that experience as a Registered Nurse. Possession of a valid, current RN license as approved by the Texas State Board of Examiners.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a correctional setting

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

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

$45.00

Pay Grade Maximum

$55.00

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/.

Grant Funded?

No

Travel Required

None

Shift

Other

Organization

TTUHSC operates five schools, multiple online programs and numerous facilities across the state of Texas, with campuses in Abilene, Amarillo, Dallas, and the Permian Basin (Midland & Odessa), in addition to our flagship campus in Lubbock, Texas.

As a university separate from Texas Tech University, we have been entrusted with a singular charge: to teach the next generation of researchers and health care professionals while simultaneously providing world-class patient care to the surrounding communities. We are both an institution of higher learning and a place where real people come for life-saving medical care.

What We Stand For: Inclusion, Vision & Values

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of a supportive community that empowers each individual and embraces all cultures, races, backgrounds, abilities and identities. Diversity and Inclusion are not just important—they are essential to our mission and integral to our purpose.

Five core values—One Team, Kindhearted, Integrity, Visionary, Beyond Service⁠—drive everything we do. Through our Values-Based Culture, we are committed to promoting an exceptional, inclusive & equitable workplace.

Our Vision: “Transform health care through innovation and collaboration.” Here, everyone plays a vital role.

Compensation & Benefits

TTUHSC proudly provides many exceptional employee benefits, including a generous compensation package with comprehensive benefits, medical and dental insurance at no charge to the employee, paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and state holidays) and substantial automatic retirement contributions.

Additionally, we invest in employee success by providing many resources designed to support your personal wellness 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.