LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Spinal Cord Injury Program (SCIP) - Multiple Shifts

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Five Points South (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Alabama seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Spinal Cord Injury Program. The role involves providing quality patient care under supervision, with responsibilities including patient advocacy. Applicants must be licensed as an LPN in Alabama and hold BLS certification, with opportunities for bonus and various shifts available.

Benefits

100% tuition assistance

$5,000 new hire sign-on bonus

Paid parental leave

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing.
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• ACLS and/or PALS may be required depending on the unit.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients based on established standards.
• Act as a patient advocate and orient patients and families to the environment.
• Follow UAB Hospital policies and ensure quality of care.

Skills

Licensed Practical Nurse

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Education

Graduate from an accredited Practical Nursing Program

Job description

Job Description - LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Spinal Cord Injury Program (SCIP) - Multiple Shifts

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Spinal Cord Injury Program (SCIP) - Multiple Shifts

Description

Compensation:
Pay Range: $22.90 - $37.25 / hour
$5,000 new hire sign-on bonus (full-time only)
Benefits available for eligible positions include: 100% tuition assistance, nursing-specific wellness initiatives, generous paid time off, annual certification recognition payment, paid parental leave, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible employer, plus more.

In addition to our many benefits and perks, UAB Medicine provides a variety of resources to support employees both personally and professionally.

Multiple Shifts Available

UAB Medicine supports work/life balance. The shifts available for this unit are:

• Full-time AM: 3 12-hour shifts per week
• Full-time PM: 3 12-hour shifts per week
• Full-time weekend AM and PM
• Part-time weekend AM and PM
• Flexi/PRN

Unit Details

UAB Spain Rehabilitation Center recently opened an 11-story, state-of-the-art inpatient rehabilitation pavilion. The new hospital includes 78 rehabilitation beds and the latest technology – all designed to promote functional activity at every turn. Join our inpatient rehabilitation team and help shape the future of health care in Alabama and beyond.

Rehabilitation nursing offers a unique opportunity to help restore patients’ lives after injury at our now six-time Magnet-designated organization. They integrate best practices and leading-edge technology into their care plans while collaborating as part of a highly skilled, interdisciplinary team who provides comprehensive, evidence-based care.

Work with the Best at UAB Medicine

UAB Medicine is Alabama’s largest single-site employer and operates over 1,200 beds and over 200 clinics in Birmingham, Alabama. Our nurses are committed to delivering patient- and family-centric care, and our interdisciplinary care teams provide high-quality, compassionate service.

When you become part of UAB Medicine, you join a nationally ranked academic medical center committed to education and advancing medical science through research.

• 6-time Magnet-designated organization
• U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, #1 in Alabama
• America’s No. 1 Best Large Employer, Forbes, 2021
• Level I Trauma Center
• NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Comprehensive Transplant Institute, Comprehensive Stroke Center

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.

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.