RN - Coppell Clinic Primary Care/Bilingual

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Grapevine, TX

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About The Position

This position works under the general supervision of a physician, advanced practice provider, and/or nursing leadership to provide nursing services in the care and treatment of patients. The role is based in a primary care clinic and is identified as bilingual. Nursing services include patient assessment and education, treatment support, triage, documentation, and coordination of clinical activities.

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, required upon hire.
• Basic Life Support certification through an American Heart Association (AHA)- or American Red Cross (ARC)-accredited course, required upon hire.
• Ability to complete most assignments with substantial independence.
• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds and to stand for long periods.
• Ability to maintain current customer service, clinical, and technical skills through training programs and seminars, and to comply with departmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to provide suggestions for change and assist with developing and implementing policies and procedures.
• Ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations.
• Frequent coordination and communication with physicians, residents, fellows, allied health personnel, and medical or non-medical office support personnel.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Input and assistance with budgetary monitoring and management.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities specific to the clinical specialty.
• Proficiency using computer technology.
• Ability to communicate by telephone with patients, referring physicians, pharmaceutical representatives, vendors, and third-party payees outside UT Southwestern.
• Ability to use considerable judgment in applying procedures, nursing assessment techniques, practices, and policies to work problems and the organization and administration of clinical activities.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing interventions consistent with the stated medical plan of care, using the nursing process to assess patients, implement care, and document their responses in the medical record.
• Schedule patient appointments, tests, and procedures through an online computer system or by telephone, and reinforce physician instructions in person and by telephone.
• Educate patients and document their responses 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.
• Recommend 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.
• Inspect equipment and facilities to help 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.

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.
• Healthcare, PTO, paid holidays, on-site childcare, and merit increases are also mentioned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree