RN - Registered Nurse - PACU - Days

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

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Associate Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking an experienced perioperative nurse to provide direct nursing care for anesthetized patients in the immediate post-operative period. You will follow aseptic techniques per AORN/ASPAN standards and assess responses to treatments while managing pain.

Required are a nursing degree, Alabama RN licensure, and BLS/ACLS certifications within specified timelines. The role is based at UAB ST Vincent's Birmingham with a Monday–Friday 8:00–20:30 schedule and call required, within an

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; professional licensure required.
• Alabama Board of Nursing licensure required prior to hire.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required within set timelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care for anesthetized patients in the immediate post-operative or post-procedural period.
• Follow aseptic sterile technique according to standards (AORN/ASPAN).
• Evaluate patient's responses to treatments and interventions.
• Manage patient's pain.
• Anticipate case-specific needs based on procedure and pathophysiology.

Skills

Nursing

Patient care

Post-anesthesia care

Education

Nursing degree (Graduate from accredited program)

Tools

BLS

ACLS

Job description

• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 8:30pm, Call Required
• 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

• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 8:30pm, Call Required
• 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

What You Will Do

Provide direct nursing care for anesthetized patients in the immediate post-operative or post-procedural period.

• Follow aseptic sterile technique according to Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses / American Society of Peri Anesthesia Nurses (AORN/ASPAN) standards.
• Evaluate patient's responses to treatments and interventions.
• Manage patient's pain.
• Anticipate case-specific needs based on knowledge of procedure(s) performed and pathophysiology.

What You Will Need

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

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing program required. 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 as 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.