The RN provides comprehensive nursing care in an outpatient neurosciences setting, including patient assessments and the implementation of individualized care plans. Key duties involve administering medications, performing minor clinical procedures, and educating patients and their families.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have an Associate's Degree in Nursing, a Texas RN license, BLS certification, and at least one year of outpatient experience. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and ACLS certification are preferred.
associate degreebachelor degreeCare PlanningMedication AdministrationPatient AssessmentPatient EducationSuture RemovalWound CareElectronic Health Records (EHR)Basic Life Support (BLS)Clinical CoordinationNeurosciences Nursing
Job description
Job Posting Title
Registered
Nurse (RN),
Neurosciences ----
Hiring
Department:
Dell
Medical
School ----
Position
Open To:
All
Applicants ----
Weekly
Scheduled
Hours: 40 ----
FLSA
Status:
Non-Exempt from
FLSA ----
Earliest
Start
Date:
Immediately ----
Position
Duration:
Expected to
Continue ----
Location:
AUSTIN,
TX ----
Job
Details: PURPOSE The Registered Nurse (RN), Neurosciences provides comprehensive nursing care to patients in an outpatient setting, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Reporting to the Clinic Supervisor, the RN Neurosciences 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
Benefits
Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
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 Requires a 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. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate
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 Required Materials Resume/CV 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor Letter of interest Important for applicants who are
NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for
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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] ----
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