RN / Registered Nurse / OP Surgery / FT

Responsibilities Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495 bed system serving the city of Amarillo and surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller‑town atmosphere. Amarrillo is a great place to live and work. We are looking for health professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. Employees should add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence, sharing our vision and values. Position Registered Nurse / RN / Surgery 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 are 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. 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. The concepts of the patient‑centered care delivery model provide the foundation for all nursing care. Benefit Highlights Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation and Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan Qualifications Graduate of an accredited or NLN‑approved RN program. Current state nursing license or permit to practice nursing in the State of Texas. Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire or within 30 days of start date, maintained throughout employment. ACLS within 3 months of hire and maintained throughout employment. PALS within 3 months of hire and maintained throughout employment. 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. 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 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. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. #J-18808-Ljbffr