Flexible RN - Orthopedic Surgery Unit (PRN)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wellness programs

Paid parental leave

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, AL is seeking nurses to provide direct patient care on the Highlands Orthopedic Surgery Unit. You will apply the nursing process to promote health, prevent illness, and support patients and their families through complex perioperative and postoperative care.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited nursing program, RN license in Alabama, BLS, and possible ACLS/PALS depending on the unit. Eligible benefits and growth opportunities are offered by UAB Medicine.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing program required.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
• RN license required by Alabama Board of Nursing.
• BLS certification required or to be obtained within 30 days of employment.
• ACLS and/or PALS may be required depending on unit.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process to care for and counsel individuals in health promotion and illness prevention.
• Assess, intervene, and evaluate patient needs using systematic critical thinking.
• Coordinate and manage all aspects of nursing care with the care team and licensed physicians, psychologists, podiatrist and/or dentist.
• Deliver care in collaboration with patients and families to support optimal outcomes.

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

BLS certification

ACLS/PALS (AHA)

Job description

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, AL is seeking nurses to provide direct patient care on the Highlands Orthopedic Surgery Unit. You will apply the nursing process to promote health, prevent illness, and support patients and their families through complex perioperative and postoperative care.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited nursing program, RN license in Alabama, BLS, and possible ACLS/PALS depending on the unit. Eligible benefits and growth opportunities are offered by UAB Medicine.