IR Sedation Nurse

Urology Centers of Alabama, PC; Vestavia Hills (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS Health Insurance

Generous time off and paid holidays

Job summary

Urology Centers of Alabama in Vestavia Hills, AL is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care in the clinic setting under physician supervision. You will support urology and women's/men's health services, document visits, and help ensure high-quality outcomes.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years RN experience, active Alabama license, BLS certification, and the ability to travel between locations as needed. Knowledge of EMR usage and strong interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse by the Alabama Board of Nursing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification required and up to date.
• Minimum 3 years of RN experience in a clinical setting.
• Ability to travel between locations using personal transportation; mileage reimbursed per policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to urology patients in clinic under physician supervision.
• Document patient encounters accurately in the EMR system.
• Administer PO, IM, subcutaneous medications as prescribed.
• Assist with exams, treatments, and procedures as needed.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant confidentiality and professionalism.

Skills

RN experience

Patient communication

HIPAA compliance

Education

Alabama RN license

Tools

EMR system

MS Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: IR Center - Vestavia Hills , AL 35216, Position Type: Full Time, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Health Care, Welcome to Urology Centers of Alabama where our team of skilled urologists and urogynecologists are committed to providing our patients with high-quality, personalized medical care in our state-of-the-art facilities. Our physicians specialize in the comprehensive treatment of urological disorders using the most advanced technology available.

For over 60 years, Urology Centers of Alabama has been committed to providing the highest quality medical services in a compassionate and caring environment. With 27 skilled urologists, two urogynecologists, two radiation oncologist, two medical oncologist, one pathologist, a team of physicians assistants and nurse practitioners and over 225 employees, the practice has earned a well-deserved reputation for excellence in the Birmingham medical community, as well as across the state.

Cutting Edge Technologies and Care

The Urology Centers physicians are leading the way in cutting-edge medical procedures such as minimally invasive robotic surgery, endoscopic and laser surgery and radioactive seed implantation for prostate cancer. The practice also plays an integral role in the field of urology through research studies conducted at the facility. Urology Centers of Alabama is committed to investigating the effectiveness of all treatment options, including new drugs and procedures that hold great promise.

Why choose Urology Centers of Alabama?

• We are located in Homewood, away from the hectic downtown Birmingham area
• We are a local, physician owned practice.
• We are more than just urology, we have a mens health and women's center, a comprehensive cancer center, and 17 locations across Alabama.
• BCBS Health Insurance.
• Generous time off and paid holidays.

What you will do

The RN (Registered Nurse) is responsible for providing direct patient care to urology patients in the clinic setting under the supervision of a Physician, Physician Assistant and/or Nurse Practitioner. The RN/LPN/CCMA is also expected to ethically perform assigned job duties in a manner that is consistent with the Core Values of Urology Centers of Alabama (UCA) listed below:

Core Values

• Respect
• Teamwork
• Adaptability
• Communication
• Timeliness

Job Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate services to ensure a smooth operating clinic, consulting with Clinical Director, Site Coordinator and Site Supervisor.
• Obtain/Update/Amend patient health history, including current medications, allergies and recent surgeries.
• Obtain and document patient information in EMR.
• Administer PO, IM, subcutaneous and intravesical medications.
• Perform urinalysis, bladder scans, and flow rates as prescribed by the physician.
• Assist with exams, treatments, and procedures as needed.

What type of experience do you need?

• 3 Years of experience as a Registered Nurse.
• A willingness to learn Urology.
• Cath or OR Experience

Qualifications

Incumbents must have one of the following to be eligible for consideration:

• RN professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate.
• Experienced in providing diverse basic care to those who need it while remaining patient and calm.
• Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse by the Alabama Board of Nursing.
• Must maintain license/credential as outlined in Minimum Qualification #1 without lapse.
• Must have a Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification. Certification must be renewed and up to date.
• Must display an understanding of sound patient care, including maintaining competency in UCA required areas. See clinical competency for further details.
• Must show the ability to perform catheterization using aseptic technique.
• Must show the ability to obtain blood, urine, or other specimens for lab analysis, using venipuncture, midstream, catheter, or other approved method.
• Must show the ability to perform sterilization techniques on instruments, patient rooms, or equipment as needed.
• Must be able to type documents, email, forms, and other communications.
• Must show proficiency in use of a variety of office equipment including a PC, Windows, MSOffice, EMR system, multi-line telephone, copier, facsimile machine, etc.
• Must be able to travel between locations using personal transportation. UCA does pay for mileage and time as according to the UCA Travel Policy.
• Must show the ability to have excellent interpersonal skills and communication to interact with all walks of life, internal and external to UCA, from all educational or cultural backgrounds.
• Must show the ability to work independently or within a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Must show the ability to maintain confidentiality, including strict adherence to HIPAA and UCA Guidelines.