RN: Cardiac & Neuro Acute Stroke Unit Lead

DCH Health System; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DCH Health System's Cardiac/Neuro Medical and Acute Stroke Unit in Tuscaloosa is seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to deliver patient-centered care for neuro-cardiac conditions.

The role involves supervising staff, coordinating patient assessments, educating families, and contributing to performance improvement while adhering to safety and quality standards. Alabama RN license and BLS/ACLS/PALS are required, BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Active Alabama RN license or multi-state license before start
• BLS Provider certification required
• ACLS required; PALS for certain units and TNCC for regional campus
• BSN preferred, associate degree minimum
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and directs quality, compassionate care.
• Supervises LPNs, PCAs, and other staff.
• Assesses patient condition on admission and ongoing.
• Provides education to patients and families.
• Coordinates care with providers and disciplines to achieve outcomes.
• Delivers accurate handoffs and participates in unit huddles.
• Contributes to performance improvement activities.

Skills

RN license

BLS

ACLS

PALS

English reading/writing

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Tools

TNCC

NRP

Job description

DCH Health System's Cardiac/Neuro Medical and Acute Stroke Unit in Tuscaloosa is seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to deliver patient-centered care for neuro-cardiac conditions.

The role involves supervising staff, coordinating patient assessments, educating families, and contributing to performance improvement while adhering to safety and quality standards. Alabama RN license and BLS/ACLS/PALS are required, BSN preferred.