Days

UHS•Amarillo, TX

25d

About The Position

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 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: https://www.nwths.com/careers POSITION SUMMARY: The Manager is responsible for ongoing, effective operations and the assessment and improvement of activities. Such responsibilities encompass the internal functioning of the department, which facilitates the functioning of the overall organization. The Manager supports an organizational culture for Service Excellence and practices the Service Excellence standards to all customer groups. 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. 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 500 corporation, annual revenues were $13.4 billion in 2022. 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 94,000 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. www.uhs.com

Requirements

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.

Responsibilities

The Manager is responsible for ongoing, effective operations and the assessment and improvement of activities.
Such responsibilities encompass the internal functioning of the department, which facilitates the functioning of the overall organization.
The Manager supports an organizational culture for Service Excellence and practices the Service Excellence standards to all customer groups.
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.