RN / Registered Nurse / NWTX Lake View Cardiology Clinic
UHS
Summary
This position is responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care duties which include assisting in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician.
Job description
Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Interviews patients, measuring vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), venipuncture and procedure as directed by the physician
- Documentation is recorded in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with IPM guideline
- Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients
- Assists in covering the front desk as required
- Executes prescribed treatments and medical interventions, administers prescribed medications, and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response
- Delegates as allowed under the Nurse Practice Act
- Refers to/consults with physicians, other health providers, and community resources to prevent/resolve problems or concerns
- Educates patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program
- BSN preferred
- 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
- Minimum of one to three (1-3) years working as a Registered Nurse
- Three to five (3-5) years of related experience, preferred
- Proficiency in basic computer programs and operating systems, such as Microsoft Office
- Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
- Bilingual in English and Spanish, preferred
- EKG machine proficient
- Ability to read and write in English
- Ability to communicate with patients, families, staff, physicians, support agencies, vendors, and others
- Ability to remain calm during stressful situations
- Ability to respond to pages
- Ability to evaluate and interpret information and make independent decisions
- Ability to repeatedly twist, squat and stoop
- Bending, lifting (minimum of 25 pounds), grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing, and pulling
- Exposure to infectious organisms, agents, and toxic chemicals
- Occasionally subject to irregular hours
- Must be able to see with corrective eye wear
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing
- Tuition Savings
- Paid Time Off
- Pet Insurance
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.