RN Float Pool Full-Time Nights

Baptist-Health; Alabaster (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Shelby Hospital in Alabaster, AL is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the Full-Time Nights shift to provide compassionate patient care in a fast-paced environment.

As part of a respected acute care team, you will assess needs, plan care, monitor progress, and collaborate with physicians and staff to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes for diverse patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient needs and develops an individualized care plan based on patient needs.
• Evaluates patient progress toward expected outcomes and promotes safety.
• Communicates with medical staff and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams.
• Documents patient care accurately and maintains regulatory standards.

Job description

Position Summary

Facility: Baptist Health Shelby Hospital

Location: Alabaster, AL

Shift: Full-Time Nights

Join our Growing Team at Baptist Health Shelby Hospital in Alabaster, AL!

At Baptist Health Shelby Hospital, we’re proud to be a leading 252 bed acute care facility dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare with a community-focused touch. Located in the heart of Alabaster- one of Alabama’s fastest growing and most desirable places to live- we serve over 30,000 emergency visitors annually and offer a wide range of advanced clinical services, including cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, urology, robotics surgery, and more.

Our State-of-the-art facilities feature cutting-edge technology such as 3 Tesla MRI, robotic surgical systems, and 256-slice CT scanner- empowering top tier care. Recognized for excellence with accolades like ACC Cath Lab Accreditation, Transcatheter Valve certification, and Primary Stoke Center Designation, we’re committed to growth, innovation, and community well-being.

Whether you’re an experienced specialist or just beginning your healthcare journey, Baptist Health Shelby offers a dynamic environment where your skills make a real difference. Join us in a welcoming, fast-paced setting with easy commutes, ample free parking, and a team that feels like family. Be part of a hospital that’s shaping the future of healthcare in Alabama- Where your career can thrive and your community can flourish!

Position SummaryAdministers patient care in an area in a hospital or inpatient/observation setting where an acute care patient receives active treatment for an injury, episode of illness, a medical condition, or post intervention with assessment.

Responsibilities

Essential FunctionsAssesses patient’s needs and develops/revises an individualized plan of care based on patient needs and responses. Evaluatesthe patient’s progresstoward attaining expected outcomes. Respects diversity by building respectful relationships with all team members and customers. Functions as a patient and family advocate. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit/ department. Serves as a preceptor, charge nurse, unit educator, and/ or nurse clinician. Communicates and collaborates with medical staff and interdisciplinary team to effectively plan and manage the unit/department. Serves as a role model for staff and supports the hospital and nursing department’s goals and strategies. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span, assesses the data reflective of the patient’s status, and interprets the necessary information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs. Coordinates the care and delegates as appropriate to other team members on a defined group of patients. Documents patient care in a knowledgeable, skillful, and consistent manner meeting all required and regulatory standards. This includes but is not limited to patient assessment, education, medication administration, treatments, and patient safety. Demonstrates competency in nursing skills and use of patient care/unit equipment as defined by unit/department-specific requisite skills. Prioritizes patient care in an ongoing manner in accordance with Evidence-Based Practice Standards of Care. Practices effective problem identification and resolution. Delegates tasks and duties to healthcare team members in accordance with the patient’s needs and the team member’s capabilities and qualifications. Communicates appropriate information regarding patient condition or unit concerns to other health care team members. Demonstrates caring practices by providing a compassionate and therapeutic environment for patients and their families. Demonstrates awareness of legal issues and patients’ rights. Collaborates with the education department and nursing leadership teamto effectively transition and support new team members and/or students. Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards. Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Other Related FunctionsThe professional nurse contributesto the knowledge and skills of others, and the continuousimprovement of the quality of health care practice and organizational outcomes. Participates and may lead unit level and/or organizational level committees of nursing practice and performance improvement. Participatesin department and organizational peer review, mentoring, and coaching regarding professional practice or role performance. Practices efficient use ofsupplies and maintains a clean, safe, and organized work area. Attends staff development in-services, department meetings, and/or nursing committee meetings. Partners with the nursing leadership team to identify professional development needs. Assumes responsibility for one’s own professional development and continuing education. Performs all other duties as assigned

Hospital Care at Home (Program Functions – Patient Care Hub)Administers patient care within the virtual hospitalsetting, Patient Care Hub, where an acute care patientreceives active treatment for an injury, episode of illness, a medical condition, or post intervention with assessment. Assessesthroughtheuseof TeleHealthtechnology thepatient’s needs and develops/revises an individualized plan of care based on patient needs and responses. Evaluatesthe patient’s progress toward attaining expected outcomes. Capable of using TeleHealth technology to conduct virtual patient care visits to our hospital at home patients; assess clinical symptoms, possess critical thinking skills and ability to elevate potential patient decompensation. Collaborates with the in-home clinical and supportstaff team to effectively supportthe patient care needs. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patientsserved on his or her assigned virtual unit/ department.Hospital Care at Home (Program Functions – In-homeNursing)Administers direct patient care within the hospital at home inpatient home setting where an acute care patientreceives active treatment for an injury, episode of illness, a medical condition, or post intervention with assessment. Assessesthepatient’s needs and contributestothe individualized plan of care based on patient needs and responses. Ability to travel and enter patient homes as the patient hospital at home and place of service within a specific geographical region. Collaborates with the virtual Patient Care Hub clinical team and supportstaff team to effectively deliver care to support the patient care needs. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patientsserved on his or her assigned unit/ department. Competency to address any urgent and or emergent patient needs as directed. Demonstrates competency to work autonomously and be productive in a hospital at home environment. Capable of using in-home virtual technology to connect with the Patient Care Hub and conduct virtual visits for patientsin the home. Transports and deliversitems, equipment, and medications(excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) as requested

Qualifications

Education/TrainingGraduate of an approved school of nursing. Meets all mandatory, developmental, and performance competency requirements for Orlando Health and unit/department.

Licensure/CertificationMaintains current State of Florida RN license or valid eNLCmultistate RN license. Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification. ACLS, NRP, PALS, TNCC are required for certain areas. NRP required for Neonatal Intensive care Unit(NICU). Must possess a valid driver’slicense and hasreliable transportation to travel to perform job dutiesfor Hospital Care at Home Inhome nursing

Experience1 year experience required unless approved by AVP level or above. Hospital Care at Home – Two (2) years acute care nursing experience required