RN - Registered Nurse - Clinical Care Coordinator - Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic - AM (005)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Alabama is seeking a registered nurse to manage the plan of care for a defined patient caseload with 24-hour responsibility. You will liaison with the multidisciplinary care team to coordinate care and ensure high-quality outcomes within established time frames.

The role requires an RN license in Alabama, BLS certification, and possibly ACLS/PALS depending on unit. UAB Medicine offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities as part of the state’s leading health system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing and three years of clinical nursing experience, OR Associate's degree in Nursing and five years of clinical nursing experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
• Licensed or eligible to be licensed as an RN by the Alabama Board of Nursing.
• BLS certification required or to be obtained within 30 days of employment.
• ACLS and/or PALS may be required depending on unit/department.

Responsibilities

• Manage the plan of care for a caseload of patients with 24-hour responsibility.
• Coordinate care with physicians, nursing staff and other health professionals to ensure quality patient outcomes.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Associate's degree in Nursing

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $64,849.50 - $105,380.45 / year

Shifts: full-time am

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 manage the plan of care for a caseload of patients, assuming 24-hour responsibility for patient caseload. To serve as the liaison with the multidisciplinary care team. To plan care management as achieved through coordination of care with physicians, nursing staff and other health professionals to ensure high quality patient outcomes are accomplished within the established time frame and appropriate use of resources. May coordinate patient follow-up clinics and schedule tests and surgeries.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Nursing and three (3) years of relevant clinical nursing experience OR Associate's degree in Nursing and five (5) years of relevant clinical nursing experience required. Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. 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‑knitted 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.