Registered Nurse (RN), Medical Specialties

Job Posting Title:Registered Nurse (RN), Medical Specialties----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:PurposeThe Registered Nurse (RN), Medical Specialties provides comprehensive nursing care to patients in an outpatient setting, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Reporting to the Clinic Supervisor, the RN 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.ResponsibilitiesPatient Assessment and Care PlanningConducts initial patient assessments and obtains medical histories.Develops and implements individualized care plans.Monitors patient progress and adjusts care plans as needed.Medication AdministrationAdministers prescribed medications and treatments.Ensures proper dosage and compliance with treatment regimens.Monitors patients for adverse reactions and reports findings.Patient EducationEducates 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 ProceduresPerforms 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 CoordinationDocuments patient care in electronic health records (EHR).Coordinates with healthcare team members to ensure comprehensive care.Manages patient appointments and follow-up careRequired QualificationsAssociate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited programAt 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 QualificationsBachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program.At least 2 year(s) of experience in healthcare environment.Salary Range$82,000 + depending on qualificationsWorking ConditionsStandard office equipmentRepetitive use of a keyboardMay 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 othersRequired MaterialsResume/CV3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisorLetter of interestImportant 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 Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.----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 investi