RN - Registered Nurse - Acute Trauma Care Unit (ATCU) - Multiple Shifts

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Generous paid time off

Employee wellness programs

Parental leave

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking a registered nurse to deliver patient-centered care using the AACN Synergy Model. You will track patient responses, assist in health teaching and coordinate with physicians, therapists, and the broader care team.

The role requires graduation from an accredited nursing program, an Alabama RN license or eligibility, and BLS certification with potential ACLS/PALS as unit requires. Full-time shifts available, with diverse opportunities across locations in Alabama.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing program required.
• RN license or eligibility to be licensed in Alabama required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or to be obtained within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care using the AACN Synergy Model.
• Coordinate and manage nursing care for patients and families.
• Collaborate with the health care team to provide efficient, cost‑effective care.
• Ensure safe, compassionate patient care and transport to appropriate units as needed.

Skills

BLS certification

RN licensure

ACLS/PALS (optional)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $30.00 - $48.00 / hour

Shifts: full-time

Schedules: 7 a.m-7 p.m, 7 p.m.-7 a.m.

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Description

To utilize the nursing process to care and/or counsel individuals in the promotion and maintenance of
health and the prevention of illness and injury. Using a systematic critical-thinking approach to guide data
gathering, assessment, nursing judgment, intervention and evaluation of human responses to actual and
potential health problems through activities such as health teaching, health counseling and the provision
of care supportive and restorative of life and supportive of a peaceful death. To identify patient needs
using the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) Synergy Model. To delegate, coordinate
and manage all aspects of nursing care provided to the patient, their family and our community in a timely
and cost-effective manner. To deliver patient care in collaboration with the patient, their family and all
members of the health care team and with the knowledge of a licensed physician, psychologist, podiatrist,
and/or dentist.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Nursing program required. Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. If job is in a free-standing emergency department (FSED) location, one (1) year of emergency or ICU nursing experience is required. Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing required. Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required or should be obtained within 30 days of employment. Depending on the unit/department, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) may be 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, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 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.