ED RN 7P-7A PT E/O WE

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse to supervise nursing staff on shift, including weekends and holidays, ensuring quality and continuity of patient care.

The RN will use the nursing process for patient assessments and planning, collaborate with physicians and clinicians, and may take on additional duties within the role's scope.

Qualifications

• RN licensure and nursing degree requirements as stated.
• BSN preferred for this role.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required; advanced certifications may be required depending on area.

Responsibilities

• Observe, assess, and document patient conditions and infection control standards.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare clinicians in planning and implementing patient care.
• Maintain ability to work independently or in a team and manage shifts.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Infection control

Patient safety

Education

RN licensure

BSN degree preferred

Job description

Summary

The Registered Nurse shall be responsible for the general supervision and coordination of activities of nursing personnel on shift, and during weekends and holidays, in order to ensure quality and continuity of patient care This individual will utilize the nursing process in patient assessments, planning of care, and performance of care interventions. The RN will collaborate with Physicians and other healthcare clinicians in the planning and implementation of patient care. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education/Experience

Degree in Nursing required, BSN degree preferred.

License/Certification

Active RN licensure required, BLS required, Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, etc) may be required depending upon area assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to observe, assesses, and record work, safety and infection control standards.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Position requires sitting for 20% of the workday and mobility 80% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Much exposure to computer work. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.

Primary Location/Job Details

Primary Location: Baptist Medical Center East Job: ED RN 7P-7A PT E/O WE RN - Registered Nurse Job Type: Regular-Part time Shift: Third Shift (United States of America) Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.