RN Reconstructive Plast Surg Clinic

Overview

Ambulatory RN - Plastic Surgery Clinic – Breast Reconstruction. This nurse will be working primarily with a plastic surgeon, whose focus is largely on breast reconstruction.

• Delivers nursing interventions to assigned patients that are consistent with the medical plan of care, utilizing the nursing process to assess, implement, and record patients  responses in the medical record.
• Schedules patients  appointments, tests, and procedures via online systems or telephone, and reinforces physician instructions in person and through telephone contact.
• Provides patient education and documents patient responses in the medical record.
• Ensures appropriate patient consents and authorizations are obtained for research and/or medical treatment.
• Triages patient phone inquiries according to physician and/or departmental protocols and documents such actions in patients  medical records.
• Provides working supervision and delegates tasks to licensed vocational nurses, non-licensed medical staff, or office support personnel.
• Proficiency in electronic medical record documentation.
• Participates in policy or procedural changes according to nursing expertise.
• Prepares equipment and assists physicians during physical exams and medical procedures.
• Prepares and administers medications as prescribed by physician.
• Inspects equipment and facilities to ensure patient safety and proper functioning of equipment.
• Maintains adequate stock of supplies as required for the work area.
• Attends and participates in meetings related to clinical activities.
• Duties may include core functions involving direct patient care, human-subjects research records, and patient or research-related records as applicable.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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. UT Southwestern is 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 benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wages, merit increases, and more. Join the UT Southwestern team for a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career.

This position works under the general supervision of a physician, mid-level provider, and/or nursing supervisor to provide nursing services in the care and treatment of patients.

• PPO medical plan, available day one for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare with 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
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Required

• Education
  Graduate of an approved/accredited nursing program with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

• Experience
  Specialty areas may have increased experience requirements as dictated by clinic or standard of care.

• Licenses and Certifications
  (RN) Registered Nurse licensure by the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas Upon Hire
  BASIC LIFE SUPPORT through a course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) Upon Hire

Preferred

• Education
  Bachelor s Degree in Nursing

• Experience
  1 year of clinical experience

• Delivers nursing interventions to assigned patients that are consistent with the medical plan of care, assessing, implementing, and recording patients  responses in the medical record.
• Schedules appointments, tests, and procedures via online systems or telephone, and reinforces physician instructions in person and by telephone.
• Provides patient education and documents patient responses in the medical record.
• Ensures appropriate patient consents and authorizations are obtained for care and/or…