RN​/Registered Nurse​/NICU​/Nights

Registered Nurse - RN

Position 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 will provide 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
• 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

What Do Our Current Nurses Value At NWTHS?

• 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:

• 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
• Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: NRP or BLS until NSP is obtained
• NRP within 6 months of hire and maintain certification throughout employment
• STABLE within 12 months of hire; repeat renewal class every 2 years until 10 years' experience
• 90% score on neonatal medication exam – employees will have two chances to pass with remediation material available