Clinic RN - Head & Neck Surgery

Clinic RN - Head & Neck Surgery

UT Southwestern Medical Center

Exciting opportunity to work in the Division of Head and Neck Surgical Oncology. We’re seeking a passionate individual who thrives on delivering specialized nursing care to join our dynamic team of Head and Neck Oncology. You will experience new challenges and opportunities each day as you make a profound impact on the lives of patients battling head and neck cancer.

• Manage oncologic patient care under the direction of the surgeons, provide direct patient care through nursing clinic visits, assist with clinic procedures, anticipate patient and provider needs, and collaborate with other team members.

If you’re ready to embark on an exciting career where your expertise and compassion will make a tangible difference in the fight against cancer, we invite you to join us on this extraordinary mission. Apply now and become a part of the future of medicine today!

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 invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals.

Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on‑site childcare, wage, merit increases, and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

This position works under the general supervision of a physician, advanced practice provider, and/or nursing leadership to provide nursing services in care and treatment of patients.

• 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!

• 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 the clinic or standard of care.
• Licenses and
  
  Certifications:
  
  RN (Registered Nurse) licensed by the State of Texas;
  Basic Life Support through a course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
• Experience:
  
  1 year of clinical experience

• 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 online computer system or telephone, and reinforces physician instructions in person and through telephone contact.
• Provides patient education and documents the 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…