Cardiac Stepdown RN — Critical Care Nurse

Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, AL; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinating with physicians and the healthcare team to ensure quality outcomes. The role emphasizes adherence to clinical protocols, safety, and compassionate patient/family education.

Essential functions include patient assessments, medication administration, procedural assistance, and collaboration on individualized care plans, with emphasis on infection

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of nursing experience or student rotations in an acute care setting required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies and nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes to the care team.
• Assists physicians during procedures within competency and scope.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in CPR and code team activities as appropriate.
• Provides patient and family education on conditions, treatment plans and post-discharge care.
• Implements infection control protocols to prevent infections and maintain safety.
• Monitors and operates medical equipment (IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed.
• Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure standards of practice.

Skills

Nursing process knowledge

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Infection control

Communication skills

Safety/compliance

Education

RN licensure

Job description

Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinating with physicians and the healthcare team to ensure quality outcomes. The role emphasizes adherence to clinical protocols, safety, and compassionate patient/family education.

Essential functions include patient assessments, medication administration, procedural assistance, and collaboration on individualized care plans, with emphasis on infection