MICU RN: Critical Care Nurse Leader

Northwest Texas Healthcare System Inc.; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging work

Career development

Competitive pay

Healthcare plan

401K with match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Northwest Texas Healthcare System in Amarillo, TX is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide safe, competent care and lead a healthcare team in alignment with our patient-centered philosophy.

The role emphasizes patient safety, service excellence, and professional leadership, with opportunities for continuing education and career growth within UHS and its subsidiaries.

Experience with nursing processes, clinical skills, and education for patients will be valued in this hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program.
• Must successfully pass any pre-employment assessment(s).
• BLS from the American Heart Association (or obtained during orientation) and maintain certification throughout employment
• Current state nursing license or permit to practice nursing in the State of Texas.
• De-escalation training within 90 days of hire; does not require maintaining
• Ongoing compliance with demonstration of clinically pertinent competencies as determined by the facility.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and evaluates an age-appropriate plan of care utilizing the nursing process, clinical skills, and patient education
• Maintains professional behavior when dealing with issues or conflicts, utilizing appropriate resources, as needed
• Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, families, visitors, and employees
• Assess risks to patient safety and implement the appropriate precautions
• Complies with appropriate and approved standards, as outlined by the organization and accrediting agencies
• Complies with safety and injury prevention standards to minimize risk to self, co-workers, patients, and visitors. The concepts of the patient centered care delivery model will provide the foundation for all nursing care.

Job description

Northwest Texas Healthcare System in Amarillo, TX is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide safe, competent care and lead a healthcare team in alignment with our patient-centered philosophy.

The role emphasizes patient safety, service excellence, and professional leadership, with opportunities for continuing education and career growth within UHS and its subsidiaries.

Experience with nursing processes, clinical skills, and education for patients will be valued in this hospital setting.