RN – Clinic Nurse - Infectious Disease – 1917 Clinic

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated RN for its renowned HIV health care clinic. The role involves providing comprehensive patient care, utilizing a nursing process to assess and plan interventions. With a focus on teamwork and effective communication, the ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment while demonstrating empathy and professionalism. This position not only offers the chance to make a significant impact on patients' lives but also provides generous benefits, including tuition assistance and paid time off. Join a mission-driven team committed to addressing the unique challenges of HIV/AIDS care and supporting the community.

Benefits

100% Tuition Assistance

Wellness Initiatives

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Qualifications

• 3+ years of RN experience in a clinical setting.
• Current Alabama RN license and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient care in a clinical area for specific populations.
• Deliver care using nursing assessment, planning, and evaluation.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Self-directed

Empathy and Compassion

Flexibility

Education

BSN Degree

Tools

Information Technology

Job description

RN – Clinic Nurse - Infectious Disease – 1917 Clinic

• Job ID: 16855
• Functional Area: Nursing
• Position Type: Full Time
• Experience Required: 3 - 5 Years
• Location: Birmingham, AL
• Relocation Provided: No

Position Description:
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Location: 1917 Clinic

The 1917 Clinic is the largest HIV health care unit in Alabama and one of the country’s leading HIV clinics. Its mission is to address the needs of patients, their families and significant others, doctors and scientists, and the community in responding to the urgent and unique issues surrounding HIV/AIDS.

Benefits include: 100% tuition assistance, wellness initiatives, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible employer, plus more. In addition to our many benefits and perks, UAB Medicine provides a variety of resources to support employees both personally and professionally.

The ID Nurse is responsible for provision and management of patient care in a clinical area for specific age and patient populations. The ID Nurse delivers care to patients utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation; and effectively interacts with patients, significant others, and other health team members while maintaining standards of professional nursing.

Position Requirements:

Minimum Requirements:
Required: BSN Degree from an accredited school of professional nursing. A minimum of 3 years of experience as an RN.
Preferred: The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced ambulatory setting, administration of chemotherapy, and moderate familiarity with information technology such as a desktop computer.

Licenses / Certifications / Registrations:
Current Alabama RN license required. Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required or must be obtained within thirty (30) days of employment. ACLS and/or PALS certification may be required based upon clinic need. If required, must be obtained within six (6) months of employment. Preferred: HIV/AIDS certification.

TRAITS & SKILLS:
Must be self-directed/self-motivated; must have good communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to: (1) perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure; (2) accept responsibility for the direction, control, and planning of one’s own work; (3) work independently; (4) recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality; (5) convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, physical or emotional distress and/or grief; (6) relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation; (7) communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural, and educational background; (8) exhibit flexibility and cope effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced healthcare environment; (9) perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual, or dangerous situations; (10) demonstrate the quality work ethic of doing the right thing the right way; and (11) maintain a customer focus and strive to satisfy the customer's perceived needs.

UA Health Services Foundation (UAHSF) is proud to be an AA/EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer.