RN - Registered Nurse - CVICU

UAB Medicine; McCalla (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

UAB Medicine’s CVICU unit at UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham is seeking an experienced registered nurse for part-time night shifts (7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.) with a rotating schedule, including PRN nights.

The CVICU cares for critically ill cardiothoracic, vascular, and cardiac patients with 17 beds in a fast-paced environment. The role provides direct nursing care with emphasis on care plan implementation, coordination across disciplines, order execution, and discharge planning.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 1 month of hire.
• ACLS certification within 6 months of hire.
• Licensed Registered Nurse in Alabama required before hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care per hospital policies and protocols.
• Implement and monitor patient care plans; communicate patient condition.
• Serve as primary coordinator for coordinated patient care across disciplines.
• Document and carry out physician and nursing orders; coordinate discharge planning.

Skills

BLS Provider

ACLS

Patient care coordination

Education

Nursing Diploma

Alabama RN License

Job description

Position Overview

• Department: Cardiovascular ICU - CVICU
• Schedule: Available Shifts
  
  • Part-time Nights, 7:00 p.m to 7:00 a.m. with Rotating Schedule
  • PRN - Nights
• 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

TheCardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)atUAB St. Vincent’s Birminghamhas17beds andprovidesspecializedcare tocritically illpatients recovering from complex cardiothoracic,vascular, and cardiacprocedures. Our fast-pacedcritical careunit offers opportunities for growththrough 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

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.