Cardiology Clinic RN - Park Cities Clinic

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Retirement programs

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

PSLF qualified employer

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care under supervision of physicians, APPs, and nursing leadership. The role emphasizes adherence to the established care plans and efficient care delivery in a high-demand clinical setting. Required ADN with RN licensure; BLS certification at hire.

Preferred BSN. Experience in clinical settings is valued to support patient education, safety, and coordination of care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved/accredited nursing program with an ADN.
• RN licensure as required by the Texas Board of Nursing.
• BLS certification required on hire.
• Preferred: Bachelor of Nursing degree.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing interventions per the medical plan of care.
• Schedule tests and procedures and reinforce physician instructions.
• Provide patient education and document responses.
• Obtain patient consents for research or treatment.
• Triage patient phone inquiries per protocols.
• Supervise LVNs and other staff as assigned.
• Document in the electronic medical record.
• Assist physicians during exams and procedures.
• Maintain stock of supplies and ensure safety.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Independent work

EMR documentation

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

RN Licensure

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report , we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

This position works under the general supervision of a physician, advanced practice provider, and/or nursing leadership to provide nursing services in care and treatment of patients.

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-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

Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required Education

Graduate of an approved/accredited nursing program with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Experience

Specialty areas may have increased experience requirements as dictated by clinic or standard of care.

Licenses and Certifications

(RN) REGISTERED NURSE Licensure as Registered Nurse by Board of Nurse Examiners for State of Texas Upon Hire

BASIC LIFE SUPPORT Through course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) Upon Hire

Preferred Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Experience

1 year of clinical experience

JOB DUTIES

Delivers nursing interventions to assigned patients that are consistent with stated medical plan of care utilizing the nursing process to assess, implement, and record patients' response in the medical record.

Schedules patients' appointments, tests, and procedures via on-line computer system or telephone, and reinforces physician instructions in person and through telephone contact.

Provides patient education and documents patient's response in medical record.

Ensures appropriate patient consents and authorizations are obtained for research and/or medical treatment.

Triages patient phone inquiries according to physician and/or departmental protocols and documents such actions in patients' medical records.

Provides working supervision and delegates tasks to licensed vocational nurses, non-licensed medical staff, or office support personnel.

Proficiency in electronic medical record documentation.

Participates in the recommendation of policy and/or procedural changes according to nursing expertise.

Prepares equipment and assists physicians during physical exams and medical procedures.

Prepares and administers medications as prescribed by physician.

Inspects equipment and facilities visually and physically to ensure patient safety and proper functioning of equipment.

Maintains adequate stock of supplies as required for work area.

Attends and participates in meetings related to clinical activities.

Duties performed may include one or more of the following core functions:

• (a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients;
• (b) Directly interacting with or caring for human-subjects research participants;
• (c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records); or
• (d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human-subjects research records.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Work requires ability to complete most assignments with substantial independence.

Work requires ability to lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 lbs.

Work requires ability to maintain current customer service, clinical, and technical skills by attending training programs and seminars to continue level of competency and ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures.

Work requires ability to provide suggestions for change and assist with development and implementation of policies and procedures.

Work requires ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations.

Work requires ability to stand for long periods of time.

Work requires frequent contact with physicians, residents, fellows, allied health personnel, and other medical and/or non-medical office support personnel to coordinate necessary inform