Rheumatology Clinic RN - Park Cities Clinic

UT Southwestern Medical Center•Dallas, TX

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 RN delivers interventions consistent with the medical plan of care, schedules appointments and procedures, reinforces physician instructions, provides patient education, triages inquiries, and documents care in the medical record. The role also includes assisting physicians with exams and procedures, administering prescribed medications, supervising and delegating tasks to other staff, maintaining equipment and supplies, and participating in clinical meetings and procedural improvements. The position is based in a clinical setting and requires substantial independence, sound nursing judgment, communication skills, computer proficiency, and the ability to meet specified physical demands. Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved or accredited nursing program with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
Registered Nurse licensure from the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners upon hire.
Basic Life Support certification through a course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) 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 attend training programs and seminars to maintain current customer service, clinical, and technical skills and 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.
Ability to coordinate patient care information through frequent contact with physicians, residents, fellows, allied health personnel, and office support personnel.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to contribute to budgetary monitoring and management.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities specific to the clinical specialty.
Proficiency in computer technology.
Ability to communicate by telephone with patients, referring physicians, pharmaceutical representatives, vendors, and third-party payees.
Ability to use considerable judgment in applying procedures, nursing assessment techniques, practices, and policies to clinical work and administration.
Ability to meet the listed physical requirements, including bending or leaning over, handling, lifting, pulling, pushing, standing, and talking.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Deliver nursing interventions consistent with the medical plan of care, using the nursing process to assess, implement, and document patient responses.
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 patient responses in the medical record.
Obtain appropriate patient consents and authorizations for research and/or medical treatment.
Triage patient telephone inquiries according to physician and 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 or procedural changes based on nursing expertise.
Prepare equipment and assist physicians during physical exams and medical procedures.
Prepare and administer medications as prescribed by a physician.
Inspect equipment and facilities to ensure patient safety and proper equipment function.
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 day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage.
100% coverage for preventive healthcare with no copay.
Paid Time Off available day one.
Retirement programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
Paid parental leave.
Wellness programs.
Tuition reimbursement.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer.
On-site childcare.
Paid holidays.
Healthcare benefits.