Critical Care RN - Rapid Response Team (3x12h Shifts)

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Retirement programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center seeks a critical care nurse for its Rapid Response Team. The nurse will provide immediate interventions during crises, coordinate interdisciplinary care for patients, and educate families. Candidates should have a nursing degree, a minimum of one year of RN experience, and appropriate certifications like BLS and ACLS. The role requires working three 12-hour shifts per week, some weekends included. Benefits start on day one, including health plans and retirement programs.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved/accredited nursing program.
• Minimum 1 year RN experience.
• Three years ICU experience or strong Emergency Department experience preferred.
• Current Texas or BNE Compact State license.
• Licenses and certifications for specialties may be higher as per unit/standard of care.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate expert intervention for patients showing signs of clinical deterioration.
• Co‑ordinate interdisciplinary plans of care and communicate with team members and families.
• Evaluate implemented interventions and modify care as needed.

Skills

Critical thinking

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Nursing interventions

Emergency care

Education

Graduate of an approved nursing program

BSN preferred

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center seeks a critical care nurse for its Rapid Response Team. The nurse will provide immediate interventions during crises, coordinate interdisciplinary care for patients, and educate families. Candidates should have a nursing degree, a minimum of one year of RN experience, and appropriate certifications like BLS and ACLS. The role requires working three 12-hour shifts per week, some weekends included. Benefits start on day one, including health plans and retirement programs.