Neuroscience RN FT 7a

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in central Alabama is seeking a Registered Nurse to supervise and coordinate nursing staff on shift, including weekends and holidays, to ensure quality and continuity of patient care across departments. The RN will apply the nursing process in patient assessments, planning and delivery of care, and will collaborate with physicians and clinicians to implement care plans.

A nursing degree is required with BSN preferred; active RN licensure and BLS are required, with ACLS/PALS/NRP as

Qualifications

• Degree in Nursing required.
• Active RN licensure required.
• BLS required; ACLS/PALS/NRP may be required depending on area.

Responsibilities

• Supervise nursing personnel on shift, including weekends and holidays.
• Coordinate activities to ensure quality and continuity of patient care.
• Utilize the nursing process in patient assessments, planning, and interventions; collaborate with physicians and other clinicians.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient care coordination

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Infection control

Education

Degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Highlights

Summary: The Registered Nurse shall be responsible for the general supervision and coordination of activities of nursing personnel on shift, and during weekends and holidays, in order to ensure quality and continuity of patient care.

This individual will utilize the nursing process in patient assessments, planning of care, and performance of care interventions. The RN will collaborate with Physicians and other healthcare clinicians in the planning and implementation of patient care. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education/Experience

Degree in Nursing required, BSN degree preferred.

License/Certification

Active RN licensure required, BLS required, Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, etc) may be required depending upon area assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to observe, assesses, and record work, safety and infection control standards.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Position requires sitting for 20% of the workday and mobility 80% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Much exposure to computer work. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.

Location and Job Details

Primary Location: Baptist Medical Center South Job: Neuroscience RN FT 7a RN Registered Nurse Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.