RN - Tele/Pulmonary - Days

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

1d • Onsite

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 nurse performs and documents patient assessments, develops and coordinates individualized plans of care, implements and evaluates nursing interventions, monitors and reports changes in patient condition, and provides patient and family education. The role supports safe, quality patient care through collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, adherence to nursing standards and policies, participation in quality and safety initiatives, and professional support of colleagues and students. The listed schedule is days, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved or accredited nursing program as defined by Texas BON 217.1.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• At least 1 year of RN experience; specialty areas may require additional experience according to unit needs or standards of care.
• Current Texas nursing license or current license from a BNE Compact State.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) 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 using age-specific criteria.
• Anticipate patient and family needs and use assessment findings to develop and prioritize appropriate plans of care.
• Maintain and use competencies according to unit expectations.
• Implement appropriate nursing interventions and document them accurately and promptly.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary care and collaborate with the healthcare team, sharing observations and advocating for optimal patient care.
• Identify and report changes in patient condition, take appropriate follow-up action, and keep patients and families informed.
• Evaluate interventions and modify and document the plan of care as appropriate.
• Follow hospital and nursing department policies, procedures, clinical pathways, and accepted nursing standards; provide care informed by current literature and research.
• Educate patients, families, significant others, and caregivers; document education and assess understanding and competence.
• Welcome and orient patients and families to the unit, encourage participation in care, review the plan of care each shift, update whiteboards, establish daily goals, 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, promote accountability, and intervene when patient safety is at risk.
• Contribute to patient care and quality and safety initiatives, including patient safety, satisfaction, core measures, and infection control.
• Share professional and technical information with colleagues and students and serve as a resource when needed.
• 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 benefit.
• Wellness programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer.
• Healthcare, paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage and merit increases, and other benefits are mentioned in the posting.

What This Job Offers

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