RN - Registered Nurse - CVICU

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UAB Medicine's Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) in Birmingham seeks skilled registered nurses to provide direct patient care in a fast-paced, specialized unit. Opportunities include coordination across disciplines, implementing care plans, and supporting discharge planning within a 17-bed unit.

Licensure as an Alabama RN is required, with BLS and ACLS credentials obtained within specified hire windows. Various shift options and a mission-driven team environment are available.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 month of hire date.
• ALS/ACLS within 6 months of hire date.
• Licensed RN credentialed from Alabama Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.
• Implement and monitor patient care plans; monitor, record and communicate patient condition.
• Serve as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
• Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.
• Assess and coordinate patient discharge planning needs with the healthcare team.

Education

Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing

Job description

• Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham
• Benefits for eligible positions include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

Position Overview

• Department: Cardiovascular ICU - CVICU
• Schedule: Available Shifts

Part-time Nights, 7:00 p.m to 7:00 a.m.

PRN - Nights

Full-time Days 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

• Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham
• Benefits for eligible positions include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

The Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) at UAB St. Vincent’s Birmingham has 17 beds and provides specialized care to critically ill patients recovering from complex cardiothoracic, vascular, and cardiac procedures. Our fast-paced critical care unit offers opportunities for growth through collaboration with other members of the care team, continuing education, and leadership development.

Job Description

Provide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.

• Implement and monitor patient care plans. Monitor, record and communicate patient condition as appropriate.
• Serve as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
• Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.
• Assess and coordinate patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Licensed Associate Professional Registered Nurse credentialed from the Alabama Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing AND Required professional licensure at time of hire.

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, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 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.