PRN Nurse Practitioner Critical Care

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Associate Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama, invites applications for a PRN Weekend Critical Care NP to work with intensivists. The role includes onsite rounding and call responsibilities, with work located at UAB St. Vincent's East.

Required credentials include a Master's degree in Nursing and BLS; Alabama APN certification; DEA credential is preferred. UAB Medicine offers competitive benefits and a mission‑driven environment.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association within 1 month of hire date.
• Certified Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Alabama Board of Nursing prior to hire date.
• DEA credentialed from the Drug Enforcement Administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills.
• Recommends and participates in efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care.
• Accepts patient referrals; acts as admitting/attending/consulting physician as needed.
• Participates in academic programs (education and research) as requested.
• Provides documentation meeting insurance requirements and appeals denials timely.
• Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, including on-call schedules.

Education

Master's degree of Nursing

Tools

BLS Provider

Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner credential (Alabama)

DEA credential (preferred)

Job description

• Department: PRN Only - Working Critical Care with Intensivists
• Schedule: Weekends Only - Saturdays and Sundays to include onsite rounding and call requirements
• Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's East
• Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more
  

Position Overview

• Department: PRN Only - Working Critical Care with Intensivists
• Schedule: Weekends Only - Saturdays and Sundays to include onsite rounding and call requirements
• Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's East
• Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more
  

Responsibilities

Job Description

• Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills.
• Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients.
• Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital.
• Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested.
• Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner.
• Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules.
  

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Certified Advanced Practice Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Alabama Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Drug Enforcement Admin credentialed from the Drug Enforcement Administration preferred.
  

Education

• Master's degree of Nursing 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.