Cardiovascular Ambulatory RN

Cardiovascular Ambulatory RN - Clinical Heart and Vascular Center This position will float within the cardiology and vascular surgery clinics. Job Summary Position works under general supervision of a physician, advanced practice provider, and/or nursing leadership to provide nursing services in care and treatment of patients. Benefits PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 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 Qualifications 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 as Registered Nurse by Board of Nurse Examiners for State of Texas upon hire; Basic Life Support through course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire Preferred Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Experience 1 year of clinical experience Job Duties Delivers nursing interventions to assigned patients consistent with the stated medical plan of care using the nursing process to assess, implement, and record patients' response in the medical record. Schedules patients' appointments, tests, and procedures via on‑line computer system or telephone, and reinforces physician instructions in person and through telephone contact. Provides patient education and documents patient's response 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 the recommendation of policy and/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 visually and physically to ensure patient safety and proper functioning of equipment. Maintains adequate stock of supplies as required for work area. Attends and participates in meetings related to clinical activities. Duties performed may include one or more of the following core functions:

• a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients.
• b) Directly interacting with or caring for human‑subject research participants.
• c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records).
• d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human‑subject research records.

Performs other duties as assigned. Security and EEO Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center