RN / Registered Nurse / Main ED / PT

Responsibilities Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 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 caregivers. That's why we're looking for health 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 : 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. PROVISION OF SERVICES / CARE STANDARDS 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.

WHAT DO OUR CURRENT NURSES VALUE AT NWTHS? An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Registered Nurse (RN) is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times.

Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for leadership development as a Registered Nurse (RN) with UHS.

Supportive and responsive leadership. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS : Challenging and rewarding work environment Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries Competitive Compensation Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan (K) with company match and discounted stock plan Generous Paid Time Off Free Basic Life Insurance About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc.

UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune corporation, annual revenues were $14.

3 billion in . During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96, employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries.

Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.

S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. 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 maintainin Ongoing compliance with demonstration of clinically pertinent competencies as determined by the facility.

Emergency Department : ACLS within 3 months of hire and maintain certification throughout employment PALS within 3 months of hire and maintain certifications throughout employment.

TNCC within 6 months of hire and maintain certification throughout employment. ENPC encouraged Handle with Care within 3 months of hire and maintain certification throughout employment.

Minimum of 4 6 month’s experience as an employed nursing student in the specific unit, nursing students must have completed a leadership semester in the ED, or one year as an RN in a hospital setting.

DISCLAIMER Northwest Texas Healthcare System, a subsidiary of UHS, is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity.

Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at UHS via-email, the Internet or in any form and / or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of UHS.

No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by UHS as a result of the referral or through other means.