Nurse Leader, Med/Surg — Assistant Manager

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

TRS Retirement Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

PSLF Qualified Employer

100% coverage for preventive care

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) with a BSN to join our Med/Surg team. The role emphasizes patient‑centered care, staff mentorship, and continuous quality improvement.

Candidates should have at least 3 years of RN experience, hold an active Texas RN license with BLS, and be ready to collaborate across disciplines to ensure safe, efficient patient care and positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• BSN from accredited nursing program.
• Minimum 3 years RN experience.
• Current RN license in Texas; BLS certification; NLC (Nursing Licensure Compact) or Texas license.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor nursing staff; conduct rounds and chart audits to ensure quality of care.
• Manage staffing to meet patient needs and productivity targets.
• Collaborate with care teams to ensure safe delivery of care and compliance with standards.
• Coordinate self-scheduling and Kronos timekeeping for unit coverage.
• Support performance improvement initiatives and patient safety programs.
• Provide coaching and guidance to staff and maintain confidential reporting.

Education

BSN from accredited nursing program

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) with a BSN to join our Med/Surg team. The role emphasizes patient‑centered care, staff mentorship, and continuous quality improvement.

Candidates should have at least 3 years of RN experience, hold an active Texas RN license with BLS, and be ready to collaborate across disciplines to ensure safe, efficient patient care and positive outcomes.