Registered Nurse / Special Procedures / Interventional Radiology Technologist

Universal Health Services; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous PTO

Excellent medical, dental, vision and药

Job summary

Northwest Texas Healthcare System in Amarillo is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide safe, competent nursing care and to lead the healthcare team in alignment with facility standards.

You will implement age-appropriate plans, support patient-centered care, and participate in professional development within UHS. Join a dedicated team in a community-focused hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program.
• Current state nursing license in Texas or permit to practice.
• BLS certification through American Heart Association.
• ACLS certification within 3 months of hire.
• ECG competency demonstrated during orientation.
• De-escalation training within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and evaluates an age-appropriate nursing plan of care.
• Maintains professional behavior and uses resources to resolve conflicts.
• Ensures a safe environment for patients, families, visitors, and staff.
• Assesses risks to patient safety and applies appropriate precautions.
• Complies with facility and accrediting standards.
• Adheres to patient-centered care delivery to minimize risk.

Skills

Patient care

Leadership

Communication

Safety protocols

Education

RN program graduate

Texas nursing license

BLS (AHA)

ACLS certification

ECG interpretation

De-escalation training

Job description

Responsibilities

Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495 bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller-town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon and great recreational facilities, to our quality educational system, Amarillo is a great place to live and work.

A hospital is only as good as its employees. That's why we're looking for professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We're looking for exceptional professionals who share our vision and values.

Visit us online at: https://www.nwths.com/careers

Position: Registered Nurse

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides safe, competent nursing care for patients in accordance with facility policies, standards, and philosophy. Provides professional leadership and support to the healthcare team. The concepts of Patient Centered Care will provide the foundation for all nursing care. Demonstrates Service Excellence standards at all times.

Job Duties/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

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500 corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Qualifications

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES / REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED

• 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
• ACLS within 3 months of hire and maintain certification throughout employment
• Successful completion of EKG test in department orientation
• Critical Care experience, preferred

Physical and Sensory Requirements

• 1. Ability to read and write in English
• 2. Ability to communicate with patients, families, staff, physicians,support agencies, vendors, and others.
• 3. Ability to remain calm during stressfulsituations
• 4. Ability to respond to pages
• 5. Ability to evaluate and interpret information and make independent decisions.
• 6. Ability to repeatedly twist, squat and stoop.
• 7. Bending, lifting (minimum of 25 pounds), grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing, and pulling.
• 8. Exposure to infectious organisms, agents, and toxic chemicals
• 9. On call shift coverage as required by department

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates.

UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.