UT Southwestern Medical Center
Location
Dallas, Texas
Provide comprehensive nursing care and treatment for patients in the Acute Stroke Unit, including performing physical and psychosocial assessments. Coordinate with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement patient-specific plans of care while ensuring safety and quality standards.
Requires a graduate degree from an accredited nursing program and a current Texas or Compact State nursing license. Candidates must have at least one year of RN experience, preferably with neuro patients, and hold BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications.
JOB SUMMARY This position works under general supervision of physician, mid-level provider and/or nursing supervisor to provide nursing services in care and treatment of patients.
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100%25 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 *Preferred one year with Neuro patients Specialty areas may have increased experience requirements as dictated by unit or standard of care Licenses and Certifications (NLC) NURSING LICENSURE 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). (ACLS) ADVANCED CARDIOVASCULAR LIFE SUPPORT course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC). (NIHSS) National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale Preferred Education Bachelor's Degree BSN Licenses and Certifications Professional Certification in a Nursing Organization
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
EEO Statement UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
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