RN Medical Surgical Fulltime Days

UT Southwestern Medical Center•Dallas, TX

About The Position

This registered nurse position provides nursing services in the care and treatment of patients under the general supervision of a physician, mid-level provider, and/or nursing supervisor. The role is in a Medical-Surgical department, which has a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4. The nurse performs patient assessments, develops and coordinates individualized plans of care, implements and evaluates nursing interventions, monitors and reports changes in patient condition, educates patients and families, and supports patient safety and quality initiatives. The position requires one year of RN experience and an approved or accredited nursing education program. A current Texas or compact-state nursing license and current AHA- or ARC-accredited BLS certification are required. A BSN and professional nursing certification are preferred.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved or accredited nursing program, as specified by the applicable nursing authority.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
One year of RN experience; specialty areas may require additional experience according to unit or standard-of-care requirements.
Current Texas or BNE compact-state nursing license.
Current Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN).
Professional certification in a nursing organization.

Responsibilities

Perform and accurately document physical, psychosocial, and emotional assessments, accounting for age-specific criteria.
Anticipate patient and family needs and use assessment findings to develop an appropriate plan of care.
Use critical-thinking skills to plan and prioritize nursing care and maintain competencies according to unit expectations.
Identify and implement appropriate nursing interventions and document them accurately and promptly.
Coordinate the interdisciplinary plan of care and collaborate with the healthcare team, sharing observations to advocate for optimal patient care.
Recognize and report changes in patient condition, take appropriate follow-up action, and keep patients, families, and caregivers informed.
Evaluate interventions and modify the plan of care as needed, documenting interventions and changes accurately and promptly.
Follow hospital and nursing department policies, clinical pathways, and accepted standards of nursing practice.
Provide timely patient and family education, assess understanding, obtain feedback, and document education, including discharge planning.
Orient patients and families to the unit, encourage participation in care, review the plan of care each shift, update white boards, and set daily goals with patient input.
Explain diets, tests, procedures, and medications in understandable language; make hourly rounds and communicate when returning.
Advocate for resources and support that promote patient safety and unit or hospital initiatives.
Participate in evaluating data used to guide unit or department budget formulation and implementation.
Provide constructive peer evaluations, hold coworkers accountable to policies and standards, and intervene when patient safety is at risk.
Contribute to patient-care quality and safety 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 as a preceptor, charge nurse, mentor, or unit expert.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

PPO medical plan, available on day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage.
Preventive healthcare coverage at 100% with no copay.
Paid time off, available on 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.
Paid holidays.
On-site childcare.
Merit increases.