Palliative Care Specialty RN

Registered Nurse – Palliative Care Specialty RN Work Schedule: Full-Time, Day Shifts; (4) 10-Hour Shifts per Week Job Summary The Palliative Care Nurse Coordinator acts as a care coordinator and facilitator for Palliative Care Services within UT Southwestern Health System. Responsible for clinical triage, coordination of care, patient and family education and teaching, and patient and family supportive care services. The Palliative Care Nurse Coordinator will also serve as a liaison for referring physicians and nursing staff to communicate treatment plans and recommendations from the Palliative Care team. Responsible for education and teaching all staff in providing quality palliative care for the patients and families we serve. Benefits PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% 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! Qualifications Experience and Education Education: Graduate of an approved/accredited nursing program by a governmental or licensing authority (Texas BON 217.1) Experience: Recent experience in an acute care setting and 2‑3 years in palliative care and/or end‑of‑life care. Knowledge of end‑of‑life care, advance care planning, symptom management, and hospice. Licenses and Certifications (RN): Registered Nurse licensed in Texas; Basic Life Support by the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross (ARC); pursue Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse Certification within 1‑2 years of employment and attain necessary clinical hours. Preferred Bachelor’s Degree (BSN) Job Duties Complete structured initial assessment and clinical triage of new consults for the Palliative Care Program Consulting Service. Delegate palliative care plans to appropriate interdisciplinary team members. Perform structured nursing assessment of response to symptom management using approved practice protocols in relation to treatment plans, patient and family inquiries, symptom management, psycho‑social support, and education. Ensure patients receive appropriate measures to control symptoms, through collaboration with interdisciplinary team members. Support nursing delivery of comfort measures and withdrawal of care. Collaborate with referring teams, inpatient nursing staff, multidisciplinary team and palliative care team members to promote appropriate delivery of the palliative care plan. Serve as a resource to nursing staff and multidisciplinary providers such as social workers and care coordinators on primary palliative care principles. Demonstrate knowledge in communication and counseling patients/families in dealing with advanced illnesses. Participate in quality improvement initiatives within the Palliative Care Program. Other duties as assigned. Security & 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. EEO 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. Location 5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, Texas Job Posting Jul 8, 2026, 1:36:53 AM #J-18808-Ljbffr UT Southwestern Medical Center