RN - Registered Nurse- MICU Stepdown Unit- Multiple shifts

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Associate Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking a registered nurse for the MICU Stepdown Unit (5 North) at UAB St. Vincent’s East in Trussville. This 18-bed unit provides care for patients requiring close monitoring with cardiac, respiratory, and other complex medical conditions.

New grads are welcome and a supportive team environment awaits. The role involves direct patient care, coordinating care across disciplines, and ensuring proper discharge planning while maintaining high-quality patient care in a collaborative

Qualifications

• BLS Provider required within 30 days of hire (AHA or Red Cross accepted).
• Current RN licensure by Alabama Board of Nursing or eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care according to policies and protocols.
• Implement and monitor patient care plans; record and communicate changes.
• Coordinate care with other disciplines and follow physician/nursing orders.
• Assist with discharge planning and patient education.

Skills

BLS Provider

RN licensure eligible

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

• Bonus: Up to $20,000 may be available for full time positions.
• Department: MICU Stepdown Unit
• Full-time Nights-7pm-7am
• Full-time Days-7am-7pm
• Weekend only Day Shift- 7a-7p
• Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's East, Trussville
• Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

Position Overview

• Bonus: Up to $20,000 may be available for full time positions.
• Department: MICU Stepdown Unit
• Schedule: Multiple shifts available:
  • Full-time Nights-7pm-7am
  • Full-time Days-7am-7pm
  • Weekend only Day Shift- 7a-7p
• Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's East, Trussville
• Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

New grads welcome!

Our Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU), also known internally at UAB St. Vincent’s East as 5 North, is an 18-bed stepdown unit providing care for patients needing close monitoring, including patients with cardiac, respiratory, and other complex medical conditions. Our nurses work in a collaborative environment to provide high quality patient care.

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.