RN / Registered Nurse / Labor and Delivery / L&D / PRN / Nights

UHS • Amarillo, TX

83d

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 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.

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 maintaining.
• Ongoing compliance with demonstration of clinically pertinent competencies as determined by the facility.
• Labor & Delivery experience preferred.
• BLS from the American Heart Association upon hire until both NRP and ACLS are obtained.
• NRP within 3 months of hire and maintain certification throughout employment.
• ACLS within 3 months of hire and maintain certification throughout employment.
• AWHONN Basic Fetal Monitoring completed within 90 days.
• AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring within 6 months of hire.
• AWHONN Intermediate/Advanced Fetal Monitoring alternating every 2 years.
• HROB – Advanced fetal monitoring (AWHONN) required and must maintain while active on the HROB team.

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.
• Assesses risks to patient safety and implements 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.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries.
• Competitive Compensation.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan.
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• Generous Paid Time Off.
• Free Basic Life Insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees