PRN RN - Wound Care

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Town of Texas, Dallas (WI, TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated RN for its Wound Care Clinic, where you will provide essential care in an inpatient setting. This role emphasizes teamwork and professionalism, allowing you to develop and implement patient care plans while ensuring continuity of care. With a commitment to employee growth, the organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. If you're passionate about patient care and looking for a rewarding career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• 1 year of RN experience required; specific requirements may vary by unit.
• Texas Nursing Licensure and BLS certification are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and develop care plans for patients.
• Document interventions and collaborate with the healthcare team.
• Provide education to patients and families.

Skills

Wound Care

Critical Thinking

Patient Education

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Tools

BLS certification

Wound Ostomy Nurse certification

Job description

PRN RN - Wound Care Clinic - Wound Care Experience Preferred

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 employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth by U.S. News & World Report, we invest in your career growth with development opportunities aligned with your goals. Our benefits include healthcare, PTO, paid holidays, on-site childcare, merit increases, and more. Join the UT Southwestern team for a culture of professionalism, teamwork, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

Works under supervision to perform wound care duties for patients in an inpatient setting.

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• PPO medical plan, available from day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare with no copay
• Paid Time Off available from 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

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Associate's Degree in Nursing
• 1 year of RN experience; specific requirements may vary by unit or standard of care
• Licenses and Certifications:
  • Texas (or BNE Compact State) Nursing Licensure
  • BLS certification from AHA or ARC
  • Wound Ostomy Nurse certification within 3 years of hire

Preferred

• Additional certifications such as CWOCN, WCC, CWS, or CWCN

JOB DUTIES

• Perform and document assessments for patients.
• Develop and implement care plans using critical thinking.
• Document interventions and collaborate with the healthcare team.
• Ensure continuity of care across shifts and upon discharge.
• Evaluate and modify care plans as needed.
• Adhere to hospital policies and standards of the Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nursing Board.
• Provide education to patients and families, documenting all educational efforts.
• Supervise and delegate duties appropriately to unlicensed personnel and new nurses.
• Take accountability for actions, report errors, and follow up accordingly.
• Respond effectively to patient and family complaints, utilizing the chain of command.
• Participate in performance improvement activities and complete required modules.
• Provide community and hospital area education as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

This position is security-sensitive and complies with Texas Education Code 51.215, allowing UT Southwestern to conduct criminal background checks.

UT Southwestern is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive environment. Discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status is prohibited.