Registered Nurse (RN), Primary Care

University of Texas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas is seeking a Primary Care Registered Nurse (RN) to provide comprehensive nursing care in an outpatient/clinical setting in Austin, Texas. The RN will collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, MAs, and staff to deliver high-quality care and patient satisfaction.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, care planning, medication administration, patient education, and documentation in the EHR.

Qualifications

• ADN from an accredited program.
• At least 1 year of outpatient or clinical experience.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Texas.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Conducts initial patient assessments and obtains medical histories.
• Develops and implements individualized care plans.
• Monitors patient progress and adjusts care plans as needed.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments.
• Ensures proper dosage and compliance with treatment regimens.
• Educates patients and families about medical conditions and treatment options.
• Provides guidance on self-care techniques and preventive health measures.
• Conducts follow-up education sessions as needed.
• Performs minor medical procedures such as wound care and suture removal.
• Assists physicians with diagnostic tests and minor surgeries.
• Prepares and maintains sterile environments for procedures.
• Documents patient care in electronic health records (EHR).
• Coordinates with healthcare team members to ensure comprehensive care.
• Manages patient appointments and follow-up care.

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN)

BSN

Job description

The Primary Care Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive nursing care to patients, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Reporting to the Clinic Supervisor, the RN collaborates closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, medical assistants, and administrative staff. Key responsibilities include patient assessments, administering medications, coordinating care plans, and educating patients and their families.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Patient Assessment and Care Planning

• Conducts initial patient assessments and obtains medical histories.
• Develops and implements individualized care plans.
• Monitors patient progress and adjusts care plans as needed.

Medication Administration

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments.
• Ensures proper dosage and compliance with treatment regimens.
• Monitors patients for adverse reactions and reports findings.

Patient Education

• Educates patients and their families about medical conditions and treatment options.
• Provides guidance on self-care techniques and preventive health measures.
• Conducts follow-up education sessions as needed.

Clinical Procedures

• Performs minor medical procedures such as wound care and suture removal.
• Assists physicians with diagnostic tests and minor surgeries.
• Prepares and maintains sterile environments for procedures.

Documentation and Coordination

• Documents patient care in electronic health records (EHR).
• Coordinates with healthcare team members to ensure comprehensive care.
• Manages patient appointments and follow-up care.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited program.
• At least 1 year(s) of experience in outpatient or clinical setting.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Texas.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program.
• At least 2 year(s) of experience in healthcare environment.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.

SALARY RANGE

$82,000+ depending on qualifications

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/EQUIPMENT

• Standard office equipment
• Repetitive use of a keyboard
• May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients, or others

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following: E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

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