Floating Clinical Nurse

Kuresmart; Birmingham, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kuresmart is seeking a Clinical Nurse to deliver high-quality patient care under general direction, support providers during procedures, and ensure accurate documentation and safety in a collaborative clinical setting.

You will monitor patients, collaborate with the care team on care plans, educate patients and families, complete discharge instructions, and maintain regulatory compliance across Joint Commission/HIPAA standards while fostering a positive team environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing or LPN certificate from an accredited program.
• Current RN or LPN license in the state of practice (or compact-eligible); proof required.
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous high-quality nursing care, monitor patients, and respond effectively to changes in condition or emergencies.
• Collaborate with the care team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
• Support procedures clinically (including IV access), verify patient readiness and safety checks, and act as patient advocate and liaison with physicians and families.
• Educate patients and families, deliver clear discharge instructions, and ensure physician clearance before discharge.
• Maintain accurate records, vital signs, and documentation; audit charts as needed.
• Uphold safety, infection control, radiation safety (badges, equipment inspections), controlled-substance inventory, and all regulatory standards (Joint Commission/AAAHC, HIPAA, CDC, state).
• Foster a positive team environment through mentoring, clear communication, and problem-solving.
• Assist with supply inventory/ordering, equipment readiness, and quality-program integration.
• Stay current through training and professional development; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

LPN license

RN license (state)

Job description

Under general direction, the Clinical Nurse delivers high-quality patient care, supports providers during procedures, and ensures accurate documentation and safety in a collaborative clinical setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide continuous high-quality nursing care, monitor patients, and respond effectively to changes in condition or emergencies.
• Collaborate with the care team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
• Support procedures clinically (including IV access), verify patient readiness and safety checks, and act as patient advocate and liaison with physicians and families.
• Educate patients and families, deliver clear discharge instructions, and ensure physician clearance before discharge.
• Maintain accurate records, vital signs, and documentation; audit charts as needed.
• Uphold safety, infection control, radiation safety (badges, equipment inspections), controlled-substance inventory, and all regulatory standards (Joint Commission/AAAHC, HIPAA, CDC, state).
• Foster a positive team environment through mentoring, clear communication, and problem-solving.
• Assist with supply inventory/ordering, equipment readiness, and quality-program integration.
• Stay current through training and professional development; perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing or LPN certificate from an accredited program.
• Current RN or LPN license in the state of practice (or compact-eligible); proof required.
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications.
• Strong communication, customer-service, and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and on a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and internet tools; solid knowledge of medical terminology and clinical procedures.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, remain calm under stress, and maintain meticulous attention to detail.
• Flexible schedule and professional appearance/demeanor at all times.

Travel Requirements

• Reliable transportation is needed because some travel may be required.
• Position to cover the greater Birmingham area including Alabaster, Birmingham, Gardendale and Tuscaloosa