LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Head, Neck, Plastics, and Urology - Multiple Shifts

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

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Employee wellness programs

Paid parental leave

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

UAB Medicine’s Head, Neck, Plastics, and Urology (HNPU) Unit seeks an LPN to provide expert nursing care in a 27-bed mixed acuity unit. The role involves patient advocacy, assessment data collection, and timely documentation while working in a collaborative, high-scope environment.

Eligible candidates must have an accredited Practical Nursing program diploma, Alabama LPN licensure, BLS certification (AHA), and may need ACLS/PALS depending on the unit.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Practical Nursing Program or equivalent required.
• Work experience may not substitute for the education requirement.
• Current LPN license or licensure by endorsement in Alabama 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 the nursing process and hospital standards.
• Orient patients and families to the surroundings, acting as a patient advocate.
• Collect patient assessment data and notify RN of potential problems.
• Evaluate patient responses to care and document delivery of care; respond to emergencies.

Skills

Patient care

Nursing assessment

Emergency response

Interpersonal skills

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – accredited program

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $22.90 - $37.25 / hour

Shifts: full-time AM and PM, Baylor/weekend

Schedules: 7 a.m.-7 p.m., 7 p.m.-7 a.m.

• 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

The Head, Neck, Plastics, and Urology (HNPU) Unit is a 27-bed mixed acuity unit that treats patients recovering from complex surgical procedures as well as patients needing stepdown care. Typical surgical procedures for patients on this unit include new tracheostomy tubes and plastic surgery as well as oncology, urology, and ENT cases. Our nurses work in a dynamic, collaborative environment and perform at the top of their scope of practice, plus they can perform unique experiences like leech therapy.

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, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 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 care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast‑paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close‑knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission‑driven organization committed to delivering life‑changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.