LPN Med Surg Nights

Community Health Systems; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan contribution

Medical, Vision, Dental

401k match

Job summary

Grandview Medical Center is hiring a Registered Nurse for the Med/Surg unit on the Nights shift (7pm-7am) in Birmingham, AL. The role emphasizes comprehensive nursing care under supervision, medication administration, and care coordination with the healthcare team.

The position offers incentives including a student loan contribution up to $20k and comprehensive benefits for full- and part-time roles. Alabama-certified LPN/LVN scope noted with ACLS/PALS expectations varying by state.

Qualifications

• Current LPN/LVN license in good standing.
• BCLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
• Alabama/lacking state-specific requirements as applicable per role.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision, monitor vital signs, assist with activities of daily living.
• Administer medications, treatments and injections as prescribed.
• Assist in development, implementation and evaluation of care plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the medical record.
• Educate patients and families on health maintenance and post-discharge care.
• Follow infection control protocols and safety standards.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Medication administration

Patient assessment

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

LPN/LVN license

BCLS certification

ACLS (preferred)

Alabama state licensure

Job description

Join us as a Registered Nurse (RN) - Med/Surg position at Grandview Medical Center

Unit: Med/Surg

Shift: Nights 7pm-7am

Student Loan Contribution: Up to $20k

Other incentives include: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k match & more available for Full and Part-Time roles

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential nursing care to patients under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and in collaboration with the healthcare team. The LPN supports patient care by conducting assessments, administering medications, and implementing care plans. This role ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality care in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act, professional standards, and state regulations while contributing to positive patient outcomes.

Essential Functions

• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of an RN, including monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and responding to patient needs.
• Conducts focused patient assessments, identifying and reporting changes in patient conditions to the appropriate team members.
• Administers medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed, ensuring compliance with the Nurse Practice Act and safety protocols.
• Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of patient care plans.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care, interventions, and observations in the medical record.
• Educates patients and families on health maintenance, medication management, and post-discharge care.
• Ensures adherence to infection control protocols, safety standards, and healthcare regulations.
• Assists with basic procedures such as wound care, catheterization, and specimen collection within the scope of practice.
• Participates in the orientation and training of new staff or nursing students as assigned.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure the delivery of coordinated care.
• Prepares and maintains equipment and supplies necessary for patient care.
• Responds to medical emergencies and supports code team interventions within the scope of competency.

Licenses and Certifications

• LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure required or
• LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred

State Specific Requirements

• Alabama: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required. Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification required.
• Florida: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required.
• Georgia: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications within 90 days of employment required.
• Indiana: CPR certification within 90 days of employment required.
• Mississippi: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required. STABLE certification required within 6 months of employment.
• New Mexico: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required. Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification and National Institutes of Health (NIH) Stroke Scale certification required. STABLE certification required within 6 months of employment.
• North Carolina: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required.
• Oklahoma: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required.
• Pennsylvania: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.

Job Info

• Job Identification 159375
• Job Category Nursing
• Posting Date 08/26/2026, 06:40 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Night
• Locations 3690 Grandview Pkwy, Birmingham, AL, 35243, US