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UHS•Amarillo, TX

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495 bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. They 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. Amarillo is a great place to live and work, with the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon, great recreational facilities, and a quality educational system. The hospital seeks health professionals dedicated and passionate about their work, who can add to their culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence, and who share their vision and values. The Registered Nurse (RN) provides safe, competent nursing care for patients in accordance with facility policies, standards, and philosophy. This role also provides professional leadership and support to the healthcare team, with the concepts of Patient Centered Care providing the foundation for all nursing care. The RN is expected to demonstrate Service Excellence standards at all times.

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.

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.