RN - Emergency Department (Inpatient)

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX is seeking an experienced RN for the Emergency Department (Inpatient) to deliver ongoing acute care, monitor patient status, coordinate care needs, and support safe transitions from the ED to inpatient units.

The ED Inpatient expansion seeks qualified candidates with a nursing diploma, English proficiency, and at least 1 year of RN experience; Texas license (NLC/BNE) and BLS are required, CPI certification within 180 days, with BSN and professional

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved/accredited nursing program (Texas BON 217.1).
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.
• 1 year of RN experience; specialty areas may vary by unit.
• NLC/BNE Texas (or compact state) nursing license.
• BLS required; CPI certification within 180 days.
• Preferred: BSN and professional nursing certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents physical, psychosocial, and emotional assessments for patients across ages.
• Plan of care based on assessments; coordinate with health care team.
• Identify interventions and document them; communicate changes to the team.
• Prioritize nursing actions; monitor changes in condition and respond appropriately.
• Evaluate interventions and update the plan of care; adhere to policies and standards.

Skills

English communication

Education

Nursing program graduate

BSN preferred

Job description

RN - Emergency Department (Inpatient)

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 number 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

The ED- RN (Inpatient) area provides care for admitted patients awaiting transfer to an inpatient unit. In this role, nurses deliver ongoing acute care, monitor patient status, coordinate care needs, and support a safe, seamless transition from the Emergency Department to the inpatient setting.

The ED Inpatient area represents a new expansion of our Emergency Services line, supporting seamless patient transitions and ensuring exceptional nursing care throughout the patient journey.

BENEFITS

• 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 either by a governmental authority, nursing board, or by a licensing authority that has jurisdiction over approval/accreditation of nursing programs (Texas BON 217.1).

Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.

Experience

1 year of RN experience

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

Licenses and Certifications

(NLC) NURSING LICENSIRE COMPACT-BNE current Texas (or BNE Compact State) license, and

(BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC).

Crisis Prevention Institute Certification within 180 days

Preferred

Education

Bachelor's Degree BSN

Licenses and Certifications

Professional Certification in a Nursing Organization

JOB DUTIES

• Performs and accurately documents physical, psychosocial, and emotional assessments. All assessments take into consideration age specific criteria (children, adolescents, adults and older adults).
• Actively anticipates patients and/or patients' family needs and expectations and utilizes these in conjunction with the assessment to develop an appropriate plan of care for the patient. Utilizes critical thinking skills in planning and prioritizing nursing care. Maintains and utilizes competencies per unit expectation.
• Identifies and implements appropriate nursing interventions based on the completed assessment. Completes accurate and timely documentation of these interventions. Active coordinator of the interdisciplinary plan of care. Confers with all members of the health care team in a collaborative fashion. Shares information and observations of the patient and/or patient's family in a manner that advocates for optimal patient care.
• Appropriately prioritizes nursing interventions based upon completed assessment. Promptly identifies changes in condition as evidenced by nursing assessment, labs, x-rays, etc. Reports changes, takes follow‑up action as appropriate. Actively involves patient in plan of care and keeps patient, family and/or caregiver informed.
• Evaluates implemented interventions and modifies care according to the evaluation. Documents interventions and modifications to the plan of care in an accurate and timely manner.
• Adheres to appropriate hospital and/or Department of Nursing policies, procedures, clinical pathways and nationally accepted standards of nursing practice. Incorporates ANA standards, professional practice model (Shared governance) and care delivery model (Relationship Based Care) into the provision of safe, quality patient care. Nursing care is based on current literature and research.
• Provides appropriate and timely answers and/or education to patients, patient's families, significant others and/or caregivers. Completes accurate and timely documentation of all education provided including discharge plan of care. Assesses competence, obtains feedback/evaluation of understanding from patient, family, significant others