Geriatric Psych RN — 12-Hour Shifts, Full-Time

UAB Medicine; Fultondale (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Alabama is seeking a dedicated RN to provide direct patient care within the Behavioral Health - Geri Psychiatric unit. The role focuses on comprehensive nursing assessments, care planning, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to support stabilization and long-term wellness.

Responsibilities include leading group sessions, evaluating patient progress, and ensuring adherence to established policies.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire or transfer date required (American Heart Association or Red Cross accepted).
• Licensed Associate Professional Registered Nurse credentialed from the Alabama Board of Nursing required prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Diploma from an accredited nursing program and licensure at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to behavioral health patients per facility policies.
• Perform initial and ongoing bio-psychosocial assessments and develop a nursing care plan.
• Participate in treatment team conferences to plan and revise goals and interventions.
• Implement and co-lead group therapy sessions and evaluate patient responses.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Team collaboration

Patient care

Documentation

Education

Nursing diploma

RN license (Alabama)

Job description

UAB Medicine in Alabama is seeking a dedicated RN to provide direct patient care within the Behavioral Health - Geri Psychiatric unit. The role focuses on comprehensive nursing assessments, care planning, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to support stabilization and long-term wellness.

Responsibilities include leading group sessions, evaluating patient progress, and ensuring adherence to established policies.