Summary

The basic purpose of nursing is to provide safe, competent nursing care for patients in accordance with facility policies, standards, and philosophy. Additionally, nursing will provide 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. The Standards of Practice set forth by the professional nursing associations will provide guidelines for the competent, safe and professional practice.

Job description

Responsibilities

The basic purpose of nursing is to provide safe, competent nursing care for patients in accordance with facility policies, standards, and philosophy. Additionally, nursing will provide 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. The Standards of Practice set forth by the professional nursing associations will provide guidelines for the competent, safe and professional practice.

Qualifications

Registered Nurse (RN) Job Requirements:

Per RN licensure requirement, BSN preferred
Two years experience in acute care specialty nursing.
One year charge nurse or supervisory experience preferred.
Must maintain all clinical competencies for area of supervision.
Current RN licensure in the State of Texas, or compact.
BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS Healthcare Provider course according to RQI program guidelines and all required Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC) Healthcare Provider courses will be provided during new hire orientation or upon transfer, and must be completed prior to working in a clinical setting.
Must maintain all proficiencies required by area of supervision.
Clinical certification in area of supervision preferred (i.e.CCRN, PCCN, etc.)

Requirements

Current RN licensure in the State of Texas, or compact
Two years experience in acute care specialty nursing
Must maintain all clinical competencies for area of supervision
BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS Healthcare Provider course according to RQI program guidelines
Must maintain all proficiencies required by area of supervision
BSN preferred
One year charge nurse or supervisory experience preferred
Clinical certification in area of supervision preferred (i.e. CCRN, PCCN, etc.)

Benefits

Tuition Assistance
Career Development Opportunities
Flexible Scheduling
Free CEU Courses
Competitive Compensation
Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Prescription Drug Plan
401(k) Matching
Discounted Stock Plan
Pet Insurance
Student Loan Refinancing

Company overview

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.