RN - Registered Nurse - Med Surg - Multiple Shifts

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Associate Assistance Program

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Birmingham is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for the MedSurg 7 Main Unit. This role includes providing direct nursing care, monitoring patient care plans, and coordinating with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient care.

Applicants must have a diploma from an accredited nursing school and be licensed or eligible to be licensed as an RN in Alabama. UAB St. Vincent's offers numerous benefits, including paid time off and a supportive work environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing.
• BLS Provider certification obtained within 1 month of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care per established policies and protocols.
• Implement and monitor patient care plans.
• Monitor and communicate patient condition effectively.
• Coordinate patient care among all disciplines.
• Carry out physician and nursing orders.
• Assess patient discharge planning needs.

Education

Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing

Job description

Position Overview

Department: MedSurg, 7 Main Unit

Schedule: Full time and weekend options available, days or 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. 7 Main is a 24-bed acute care unit at UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham providing care for patients with general medical conditions, including those with respiratory illnesses, sepsis, diabetes, hypertension, and those recovering from embolisms.

With a strong leadership team, we have a supportive environment for nurses to develop their skills with additional resources for collaboration and professional growth.

What You Will Do

• 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.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 month of hire date or job transfer date (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.

Education:

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

Additional Preferences

No additional preferences.

About UAB St. Vincent's

UAB St. Vincent's, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we're a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St. Vincent's name. We're committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other. We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients. We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees. As one of Alabama's best hospitals recognized by U.S. News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission. Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.