ER RN - Weekend Lead Nurse & Patient Advocate

Baptist Health; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Princeton Hospital in Birmingham, AL is seeking a qualified Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department on a full-time days weekend schedule (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday). You will provide patient-centered, age-appropriate care while coordinating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure rapid, accurate assessments and interventions.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentorship, adherence to regulatory standards, and ongoing professional development within a fast-paced ED

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
• Meets all mandatory, developmental, and performance competency requirements for Baptist Health and unit/department.

Responsibilities

• Patient-Centered Care & Advocacy: Assesses patient needs, develops and revises individualized care plans, monitors progress, prioritizes care, and serves as a patient and family advocate.
• Age-Appropriate Competency: Demonstrates knowledge and skills for age-specific care, including growth and development principles, unit-specific procedures, and equipment use.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration: Functions as preceptor, charge nurse, unit educator, or clinician; coordinates care, delegates appropriately, and communicates with interdisciplinary teams.
• Professional Role Modeling: Supports hospital and nursing goals, practices compassionate care, maintains legal and ethical standards, and fosters respectful relationships.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintains accurate, consistent patient records meeting regulatory standards and adheres to hospital policies, attendance, and safety guidelines.
• Continuous Learning & Development: Engages in professional development, attends trainings, mentors staff and students, and partners with leadership to identify growth needs.
• Quality Improvement & Problem Solving: Participates in committees, peer review, performance improvement initiatives, and applies evidence-based practice to resolve issues effectively.
• Operational Excellence: Ensures efficient use of supplies, maintains a clean and organized work area, and performs all other duties as assigned.

Education

Graduate of an approved school of nursing.

Job description

Baptist Health Princeton Hospital in Birmingham, AL is seeking a qualified Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department on a full-time days weekend schedule (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday). You will provide patient-centered, age-appropriate care while coordinating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure rapid, accurate assessments and interventions.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentorship, adherence to regulatory standards, and ongoing professional development within a fast-paced ED