RN - Registered Nurse - PACU Recovery - Days

UAB St. Vincent's; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Birmingham is seeking a dedicated nurse to provide direct care for anesthetized patients. The role involves adhering to strict aseptic techniques and evaluating patient responses post-operation. Join a compassionate team committed to high-quality care and patient support.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Qualifications

• Provide direct nursing care for anesthetized patients.
• Follow aseptic sterile technique.
• Evaluate patient's responses to treatments.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient's pain and anticipate case-specific needs.
• Evaluate patient's responses to treatments and interventions.

Skills

Advanced Life Support

BLS Provider

Education

Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing

Job description

We Are Hiring

• Bonus: Up to $10,000 (FT only)
• Department: PACU
• Schedule: 9AM - 5PM, Monday-Friday, rotating weekday and weekend call, rotating holiday call.
• Hospital: UAB St. Vincent's East
• Benefits for eligible positions include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

What You Will Do

Provide direct nursing care for anesthetized patients in the immediate post-operative or post-procedural period.

• Follow aseptic sterile technique according to Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses / American Society of Peri Anesthesia Nurses (AORN/ASPAN) standards.
• Evaluate patient's responses to treatments and interventions.
• Manage patient's pain.
• Anticipate case-specific needs based on knowledge of procedure(s) performed and pathophysiology.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• 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 Associate Professional Registered Nurse credentialed from the Alabama Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Additional Preferences

No additional preferences.

About UAB St. Vincent’s

UAB St. Vincent’s, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we're a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St. Vincent’s name. We're committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other. We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients. We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees. As one of Alabama’s best hospitals as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission. Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.