Compassionate RN Leader | Charge Nurse & Patient Advocate

USA Health; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Health in Mobile, Alabama seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care across units. You will apply nursing assessment, plan individualized care, administer medications, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safety and quality.

This role supports charge nurse duties, adherence to policies, and patient education. You will work a regular schedule with potential overtime and contribute to performance improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing is required.
• RN licensure in Alabama or a compact state is required at hire.
• BCLS certification must be obtained at hire.
• NIH Stroke Scale certification must be active within 30 days.
• A comparable combination of education and experience may substitute.

Responsibilities

• Provide family-centered nursing care following policies and the Nurse Practice Act.
• Supervise and coordinate care delivered by licensed and non-licensed staff.
• Administer medications, including controlled substances, and blood products.
• Perform CPR and other emergency procedures per standards.
• Educate patients and families and maintain accurate medical records.
• Serve as charge nurse when assigned and participate in quality initiatives.

Skills

Nursing assessment

CPR & basic life support

Teamwork

Patient education

Communication skills

Patient advocacy

Confidentiality

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing

RN - State Licensure (Alabama or Compact)

BCLS - Basic Life Support

NIH Stroke Scale Certification

Substitution of education/experience acceptable

Job description

USA Health in Mobile, Alabama seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care across units. You will apply nursing assessment, plan individualized care, administer medications, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safety and quality.

This role supports charge nurse duties, adherence to policies, and patient education. You will work a regular schedule with potential overtime and contribute to performance improvement initiatives.