LPN Pulmonary Weekend Night $5,000 Sign on Bonus

Community Health Systems; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign‑on bonus

Student loan assistance

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

401k match

Job summary

Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Pulmonary Med/Surg unit on the Weekend Nights shift (7pm-7am). A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available.

The LPN will provide direct patient care under RN supervision, administer medications, participate in care plans, and educate patients. Alabama specific requirements and certifications apply.

Qualifications

• 0–1 year of LPN experience
• State licensure as LPN or LVN
• BCLS certification required
• ACLS preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision and monitor vital signs.
• Conduct focused patient assessments and report changes.
• Administer medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the medical record.
• Educate patients and families on health maintenance and post-discharge care.
• Ensure infection control and safety protocols are followed.
• Assist with wound care, catheterization, and specimen collection as allowed.
• Participate in orientation and training of staff and students.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for coordinated care.

Skills

Nursing care

Assessment

Medication administration

Patient education

Documentation

Infection control

Team collaboration

Job description

LPN Pulmonary Weekend Night $5,000 Sign on Bonus

Birmingham, AL, United States

Job Description

Join us as a LPN - Pulmonary Med/Surg $5,000 Sign on Bonus position at Grandview Medical Center

Unit: 8 West Pulmonary Med/Surg
Shift: Weekends Nights 7pm-7am

• Sign on Bonus: $5,000
• 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.
• Telemetry LPN:
  • Record and report cardiac telemetry readings (but do not interpret them).
  • Monitor vital signs and provide basic care.
  • Administer medications and support patients with cardiac diagnoses.
  • Report any changes in rhythm or condition to the RN or provider.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience as an LPN in a healthcare setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of nursing principles, medication administration, and patient care practices.
• Proficiency in patient assessment, monitoring, and documentation.
• Excellent communication skills for interactions with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of safety protocols, infection control measures, and regulatory requirements.
• Adaptability to changes in patient care needs and healthcare practices.

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 150875
• Job Category Nursing
• Posting Date 10/05/2026, 06:18 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 3690 Grandview Pkwy, Birmingham, AL, 35243, US