LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Acute Care Hospitalist - PM (719)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Wellness programs

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

UAB Medicine Highlands 5 North is seeking an LPN to join a 24-bed acute care unit that serves medical and surgical overflow patients. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to provide high-quality care in a supportive environment.

The role requires graduation from a Practical Nursing Program, an active Alabama LPN license, and BLS (with ACLS/PALS possible). A full-time PM shift is available with a $5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Practical Nursing Program or equivalent required.
• Work experience may not substitute for education requirement.
• Licensed or licensed by endorsement as an LPN by the Alabama Board of Nursing required.
• BLS certification required or obtained within 30 days of employment.
• ACLS and/or PALS may be required depending on unit/department.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients based on nursing process and hospital standards.
• Orient patients and families to surroundings and act as patient advocate.
• Collect assessment data and notify RN of potential problems.
• Document care and respond to emergencies while maintaining professionalism.

Education

Practical Nursing Program graduate

LPN license (Alabama)

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $22.90 - $37.25 / hour

Sign-on bonus: $5,000 new hire sign-on bonus may be available (full-time only)

Shifts: full-time PM

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Highlights

This Hospitalist Unit, known as Highlands 5 North, is a 24-bed acute care unit focused on providing care to medical patients as well as surgical overflow patients, including orthopedic and general surgery patients. This unit offers new and experienced nurses a great opportunity to strengthen clinical skills and build confidence. You'll have an opportunity to work as part of our interdisciplinary team of physicians, therapists, pharmacists, care managers, social workers, nutritionists, and chaplains to provide the highest quality care in an environment that fosters teamwork, positiviity, and mentorship. UAB Hospital Medicine, or Hospitalist, was the first hospital medicine program in the state of Alabama and one of the first in the Southeast. They provide care for the largest population of patients discharged from UAB Medicine.

Job Description

Under general supervision, to provide nursing care to patients based on the nursing process, UAB Hospital Standards of Nursing Care, and UAB Hospital policies and procedures while ensuring quality of care. To orient patients and family members to surrounding environment, acting as a patient advocate. To collect patient assessment data and notify RN of potential problems. To evaluate patient s response to care and report findings to RN, document delivery of patient care, effectively respond to emergency situations, demonstrate positive interpersonal skills, meet patient s educational needs, and serve as a role model to other members of the patient care team.

Qualifications

Graduate from an accredited Practical Nursing Program or equivalent required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Currently licensed or licensed by endorsement as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing required. Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required or should be obtained within 30 days of employment. Depending on the unit/department, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) may be required.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet‑designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital‑Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award‑winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty …