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 invite you to continue your nursing career with us at our Magnet-Designated hospital, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital (CUH). UT Southwestern is honored to be a Veteran Friendly work environment that is home to approximately 800 veterans. We value your integrity, dedication, and the commitment you’ve made to our country. We’re proud to support your next mission. You’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for learning and advancement into leadership roles.
Job SummaryDaily supervision of IR staff activities associated with medication administration, patient prep and recovery for imaging procedures, and patient assessments.
At UT Southwestern, the possibilities to explore your interests and advance your nursing career are limitless. We would love the opportunity to have you join the UT Southwestern nursing health care team!
This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position. UTSW is proud to offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes:
Paid (zero premium) medical coverage for employees starting first day
State of Texas defined-benefit pension plan
Generous Paid Time Off (vacation & sick leave plus paid holidays)
Experience and Education
Graduate of an 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)
Three (3) years of RN experience.
Required Licenses or Certifications
Current Texas BON (or Compact State) license
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
BSN required
3-5 years of critical care supervisory experience highly preferred
Specialty areas may have increased experience/certification requirements
Job Duties
Directly supervises and evaluates the provision of patient care by other personnel assigned to the unit. Makes daily patient rounds. Does random chart audits. Utilizes opportunities to teach and mentor other nursing and ancillary personnel.
Manages staff to meet established productivity targets as appropriate.
Reviews staffing/nursing assignments and revises as necessary to meet the specific needs of the patients on a shift-by-shift basis. Coordinates staffing with Central Staffing Office/House Supervisor. Makes ongoing changes to staffing as determined by fluctuations in census and patient acuity, to assure safe delivery of care.
Role models’ pro-active problem solving by collaborating with staff to ensure effective resolution of identified issues. Utilizes chain of command for unresolved or escalating issues. Advocates for patients and staff to provide for safe delivery of care and/or a safe environment of care.
Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to provide coverage during shifts when staffing crisis/shortage occurs.
Provides timely, confidential coaching and/or counseling of nursing personnel as appropriate and follows up with accurate reports to Unit Manager and Assistant Manager, Care Coordination. Promotes and enthusiastically supports professional growth of staff by providing equal opportunities for participation in unit-based activities, patient care/unit decisions, hospital committees, and/or continuing education. Responsible for maintaining/improving/implementing plans for employee engagement scores.
Assures first person reporting of events through RL Solutions. Ensures all staff are competent in entering event reports and serves as a resource when necessary. Investigates facts of event reports. Facilitates timely receipt of these reports for follow-up by the Unit Manager Notifies Nurse Manager/Risk Manager immediately of high-risk situations.
Actively participates in routine and special patient care conferences. Responsible for maintaining/improving/implementing plans for patient satisfaction scores. Works with Unit Manager, Assistant Manager Care Coordination, Transition Coordinator, and other disciplines to streamline discharge of patients and reaches goals for time to discharge from orders written.
Collects information and maintains records regarding performance and contributions on an ongoing basis throughout the fiscal year. Provides input and/or conducts annual performance reviews and orientation evaluation of personnel assigned to the unit.
Coordinates self-scheduling to maintain appropriate coverage for unit needs. Maintains Kronos records on a daily basis, monitoring for trends that require intervention i.e., %2., late clock-ins, incremental overtime, missed punches.
Assumes delegated responsibility for inventory control of equipment and supplies to ensure safe and effective patient care. Facilitates timely return of rented or borrowed specialty equipment. Solicits staff input regarding equipment and supply needs for the unit.
Assists with staff meetings, special projects and the development, implementation, and evaluation of performance improvement activities. Communicates data and solicits input from staff regarding performance and quality improvement i.e., %2. Patient safety, infection control. Actively participates on hospital work groups.
To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code
51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
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.
Primary LocationTexas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Work Locations5323 Harry Hines Blvd
JobNursing
Organization867222 - UH-Imaging Cancer Center IR
ScheduleFull-time
ShiftDay Job
Employee StatusRegular
Job TypeStandard
Job PostingMar 26, 2024, 1:12:37 AM
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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