LPN/LVN

UAB St. Vincent's; Birmingham; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking dedicated nursing professionals to join their dynamic team in Birmingham. This role focuses on delivering exceptional care to patients recovering from weight loss surgeries, including Gastric Bypass and Sleeve Gastrectomy. You will play a vital role in patient assessment, medication administration, and education, ensuring a holistic approach to health and well-being. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to make a difference in the lives of individuals, this opportunity offers a supportive environment and the chance to grow your skills while working night shifts in a collaborative setting.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus up to $8,000

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education Opportunities

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse credential required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients under the direction of a registered nurse.
• Administer medications and observe for adverse reactions.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Patient Education

Laboratory Testing

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

1 Year of Job-Specific Experience

Tools

BLS Certification

Nursing License

Job description

We Are Hiring

• Sign-on bonus: Up to $8,000.00
• Department: Medical Surgical
• Schedule: Full Time Nights, 3 - 12 hour shifts per week, 7pm - 7am
• Hospital: St Vincent's East - Trussville
• Location: Birmingham, Alabama

6 West, Post-Operative Bariatric, is a 24-bed unit that focuses on patients who are post-operative weight loss surgery. The most common procedures that are performed on the patients are a Gastric Bypass and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

What You Will Do

Provide care to patients under the direction of a registered nurse or physician, functioning within scope of license.

• Contribute to the assessment of patients and assure the well-being of patients.
• Administer medications and observe patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
• Perform laboratory tests and therapeutic services.
• Educate patients/families about disease treatment plan including self care post discharge, holistic health needs, available resources and follow up care.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the Alabama Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
  • Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences

No additional preferences.