Charge Nurse / RN / Registered Nurse / MICU / FT / Nights

Charge Nurse

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.

Position Summary: Assumes shift responsibility and accountability for the planning and provision of direct and indirect nursing care to the patient, family, care partner and appropriate others. Coordinates multi-disciplinary team members, directs and facilitates nursing staff in obtaining safe, optimal health care outcomes. Supports activities that meet the facility vision, mission and goals. 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: 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. The RN will assess risks to patient safety and implement the appropriate precautions. The RN will comply with appropriate and approved standards, as outlined by the organization and accrediting agencies. The RN will comply 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.

Leadership Excellence: Utilizes the appropriate leadership skills in delegating and providing feedback concerning staff performance. Demonstrates initiative, a collaborative approach, and sound judgment in day to day management at the unit level.

Operational Excellence: Manages the satisfaction of department outcomes to include patients, families, peers, employees, and physicians through effective communication and appropriate responsiveness to customer issues. Accountability for appropriate staffing for each shift, based on patient census, acuity, and available resources.

What Do Our Current Nurses Value at UHS? An environment that puts patient care first. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. 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 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Generous Paid Time Off Free Basic Life Insurance

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 maintaining Ongoing compliance with demonstration of clinically pertinent competencies as determined by the facility. ACCS: Prefer one year full time or three years part time experience in acute care setting CCRN, TNCC and Cardiovascular certification preferred for specialty units 100% score on medication test – employee will have two chance to pass exam with remediation material available ACLS completion within three (3) months after hire or promotion Must pass EKG, Blood Gas Analysis and BKAT exam Satisfactory return demonstration of competencies required for critical care specific processes and equipment