RN - Registered Nurse - Long Stay Med Surg - Multiple Shifts

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Associate Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, AL seeks an RN to provide direct nursing care in our Long Stay Med Surg department. You will implement patient care plans, monitor patient conditions, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure well-organized care.

The role includes discharge planning collaboration with the health care team. We offer a strong benefits package for eligible positions, including paid time off, parental leave, and tuition reimbursement, with opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Provide direct nursing care following policies and protocols.
• Implement and monitor patient care plans; monitor and communicate patient conditions.
• Coordinate care with multiple disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
• Assess and coordinate discharge planning with the healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care per policies and protocols.
• Implement and monitor patient care plans; document patient status.
• Coordinate with physicians, nurses and ancillary staff for integrated care.
• Assess discharge needs and plan with the team.

Skills

Direct nursing care

Care plan implementation

Multidisciplinary coordination

Discharge planning

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Position Overview

• Bonus: up to $20,000 may be available for full time positions
• Department: Long Stay Med Surg
• Schedule: Available Shifts
• Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham
• Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

• Bonus: up to $20,000 may be available for full time positions
• Department: Long Stay Med Surg
• Schedule: Available Shifts
  • Full Time Days - 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Working every 3rd weekend)
  • Full Time Nights - 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (Working every 3rd weekend)
  • Part Time Days - 7:0 AM - 7:00 PM (Working every 3rd weekend)
  • Part Time Nights - 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (Working every 3rd weekend)
• Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham
• Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

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.
• Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing required.

Education

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