RN​/Acute Rehab​/Nights

RN / Acute Rehab / FT Nights

Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495‑bed system serving Amarillo and the surrounding region. The organization blends traditional values with advanced healthcare technology in a friendly small‑town setting.

Position:
Registered Nurse – Acute Rehabilitation – Full Time Nights

Provides safe, competent nursing care for patients in accordance with facility policies, standards, and philosophy. Provides professional leadership and support to the healthcare team. Patient‑Centered Care principles guide all nursing care. Demonstrates Service Excellence standards at all times.

• Develop, implement, and evaluate an age‑appropriate plan of care utilizing the nursing process, clinical skills, and patient education.
• Maintain professional behavior when handling issues or conflicts, utilizing appropriate resources as needed.
• Create an environment conducive to safety for patients, families, visitors, and employees.
• Assess risks to patient safety and implement appropriate precautions.
• Comply with approved standards as outlined by the organization and accrediting agencies.
• Adhere to safety and injury prevention standards to minimize risk to self, co‑workers, patients, and visitors.

• Retention Bonus Program (if offered).
• Loan Forgiveness Program (if offered).
• 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.
• SoFi student loan refinancing program.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries.

• Graduate of an accredited or NLN‑approved RN program.
• Must 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 Texas.
• De‑escalation training within 90 days of hire (no ongoing requirement).
• Ongoing compliance with demonstration of clinically pertinent competencies as determined by the facility.
• ACLS within 3 months of hire and maintain certification throughout employment.
• Successful completion of an EKG test during department orientation.
• Critical Care experience preferred.

• 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 25 pounds), grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing, and pulling.
• Exposure to infectious organisms, agents, and toxic chemicals.
• On‑call shift coverage as required by the department.

Northwest Texas Healthcare System, a subsidiary of UHS, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. No phone calls or emails. Resumes submitted by search firms without a valid written agreement will be deemed the property of UHS. No fee will be paid if the candidate is hired through such a referral.

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 support recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation for 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 teammates is critical to our success.