AMB RN - Adult Otolaryngology

UT Southwestern Medical Center•Dallas, TX

About The Position

This registered nurse position works under the general supervision of a physician, advanced practice provider, and/or nursing leadership to provide nursing services for patient care and treatment in the Adult Otolaryngology Clinic. The role focuses on head and neck cancer care and is part of a multidisciplinary team collaborating with ENT specialists, surgeons, and researchers to provide advanced, compassionate, patient-centered care, including innovative therapies and surgical interventions.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved or accredited nursing program with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
Registered Nurse licensure by the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas upon hire.
Basic Life Support certification through an American Heart Association (AHA)- or American Red Cross (ARC)-accredited course upon hire.
Specialty areas may have increased experience requirements as dictated by the clinic or standard of care.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
One year of clinical experience.

Responsibilities

Deliver nursing interventions consistent with the medical plan of care; assess patients, implement care, and record their responses in the medical record.
Schedule patient appointments, tests, and procedures using an online computer system or telephone, and reinforce physician instructions in person and by telephone.
Provide patient education and document the patient's response in the medical record.
Ensure appropriate patient consents and authorizations are obtained for research and/or medical treatment.
Triage patient phone inquiries according to physician and/or departmental protocols and document actions in patient medical records.
Provide working supervision and delegate tasks to licensed vocational nurses, non-licensed medical staff, or office support personnel.
Maintain proficiency in electronic medical record documentation.
Participate in recommending policy and/or procedural changes based on nursing expertise.
Prepare equipment and assist physicians during physical examinations and medical procedures.
Prepare and administer medications as prescribed by a physician.
Visually and physically inspect equipment and facilities to ensure patient safety and proper equipment functioning.
Maintain adequate supplies for the work area.
Attend and participate in meetings related to clinical activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Carry out duties that may involve direct patient care, interaction with human-subjects research participants, or maintenance and modification of patient or human-subjects research records.

Benefits

PPO medical plan, available on day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage.
100% coverage for preventive healthcare with no copay.
Paid Time Off available on day one.
Retirement programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
Paid Parental Leave Benefit.
Wellness programs.
Tuition reimbursement.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer.
On-site childcare.
Paid holidays.
Merit increases.