RN Med-Surg: Growth, Training & Tuition Support

UT Health East Texas; Jacksonville (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Health East Texas is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Med Surg unit in Tyler, TX. The role focuses on safe, evidence-based care for adult patients with diverse medical and post-surgical needs, including education and discharge planning.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, medication administration, wound care, and coordination with physicians and the interdisciplinary team. The setting promises robust training, tuition support, and growth opportunities in a collaborative,

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessment and monitor vital signs.
• Administer prescribed medications and document effects.
• Develop and update care plans in collaboration with the care team.
• Provide wound care and dressing changes as ordered.
• Coordinate with physicians and interdisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatments, and discharge plans.
• Support discharge planning and ensure safety and quality measures are followed.

Skills

RN licensure

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Wound care

Education

RN license

Tools

EHR familiarity

Job description

UT Health East Texas is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Med Surg unit in Tyler, TX. The role focuses on safe, evidence-based care for adult patients with diverse medical and post-surgical needs, including education and discharge planning.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, medication administration, wound care, and coordination with physicians and the interdisciplinary team. The setting promises robust training, tuition support, and growth opportunities in a collaborative,