RN Internal Medicine Sickle Cell Fulltime

UT Southwestern Medical Center•Dallas, TX

About The Position

This position provides nursing services in the care and treatment of patients under the general supervision of a physician, advanced practice provider, and/or nursing leadership. The registered nurse performs and documents assessments, develops and coordinates individualized plans of care, implements and evaluates nursing interventions, monitors changes in patient condition, and collaborates with the healthcare team. The role includes patient and family education, safety and quality initiatives, peer support, and adherence to applicable nursing standards and hospital policies. The position is listed as day or night shift.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved or accredited nursing program.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
At least 1 year of RN experience; specialty areas may require additional experience.
Current Texas (or BNE Compact State) nursing license.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Professional certification in a nursing organization.

Responsibilities

Perform and accurately document physical, psychosocial, and emotional assessments, taking age-specific criteria into account.
Anticipate patient and family needs and use assessment findings to develop and prioritize an appropriate plan of care.
Maintain and use competencies according to unit expectations.
Identify, implement, and document appropriate nursing interventions; coordinate interdisciplinary care and share relevant observations with the healthcare team.
Recognize and report changes in patient condition, take appropriate follow-up action, and keep patients and families informed.
Evaluate nursing interventions and modify and document the plan of care as needed.
Follow hospital and nursing policies, procedures, clinical pathways, and accepted standards of nursing practice; provide safe, quality care informed by current literature and research.
Provide timely patient and family education, assess understanding, and document education, including discharge planning.
Orient patients and families to the unit, encourage their participation in care, review the plan of care each shift, update whiteboards, set daily goals with patient input, explain care and procedures, and make hourly rounds.
Advocate for resources and support that enhance patient safety and unit or hospital initiatives; participate in evaluating data for unit or department budget decisions.
Provide constructive peer evaluations, hold coworkers accountable to policies and standards, and intervene when patient safety is at risk.
Participate in patient care and quality or safety improvement initiatives, including patient safety, patient satisfaction, core measures, and infection control.
Share professional and technical information with colleagues and students and serve as a resource when needed, such as preceptor, charge nurse, mentor, or unit expert.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage.
Preventive healthcare coverage at 100% 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.
Merit increases.