RN - Registered Nurse - Pre-Op - Perioperative Unit - Day Shifts

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a nationally ranked academic medical center as a Registered Nurse in the Pre-Op Perioperative Unit. This role involves utilizing the nursing process to deliver exceptional patient care, focusing on health promotion and surgical assistance. Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for career advancement and a strong commitment to work/life balance. Benefit from generous paid time off and tuition assistance as part of a dedicated team that values high-quality, compassionate service. Experience the fulfillment of making a difference in patients' lives at a leading healthcare institution.

Benefits

100% tuition assistance

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

Nursing-specific wellness initiatives

Qualifications

• 1+ years of Critical Care/ICU experience preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited Nursing program required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in the operative setting.
• Assess patient needs before, during, and after surgery.

Skills

Critical Care/ICU experience

Nursing process

Patient care

Health promotion

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Graduate of an accredited Nursing program

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Job Description - RN - Registered Nurse - Pre-Op - Perioperative Unit - Day Shifts (UAB0010F)

RN - Registered Nurse - Pre-Op - Perioperative Unit - Day Shifts - (UAB0010F)

Description

Compensation:
Pay Range: $28.38 - $46.17 / hour
Benefits available for eligible positions include: 100% tuition assistance, nursing-specific wellness initiatives, generous paid time off, annual certification recognition payment, paid parental leave, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible employer, plus more. UAB Medicine offers various resources to support employees both personally and professionally.

Multiple Shifts Available

UAB Medicine supports work/life balance. The available shift for this unit is:
- Full-Time AM: 5 8-hour shifts per week (Monday - Friday 0500-1330)

Work with the Best at UAB Medicine

UAB Medicine is Alabama’s largest single-site employer, operating over 1,200 beds and more than 200 clinics in Birmingham, Alabama. Our nurses are dedicated to delivering patient- and family-centered care, with interdisciplinary teams providing high-quality, compassionate service. As part of UAB Medicine, you join a nationally ranked academic medical center committed to education and research. We are a 6-time Magnet-designated organization, ranked #1 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report, recognized as America’s No. 1 Best Large Employer by Forbes in 2021, a Level I Trauma Center, and home to several specialized centers including the NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Our success stems from our supportive, inclusive culture that promotes shared governance and empowers nurses at the bedside. UAB Medicine offers unique avenues for career advancement.

Job Description

To utilize the nursing process to provide care and/or counsel individuals in the operative setting regarding health promotion, maintenance, and the prevention of illness and injury. Employing a systematic critical-thinking approach, the nurse will gather data, assess, make nursing judgments, intervene, and evaluate human responses to health issues through activities like health teaching, counseling, and surgical care. The nurse will identify patient needs before, during, and after surgery using the AACN Synergy Model, delegate, coordinate, and manage all aspects of nursing care in a timely and cost-effective manner. Care delivery will be in collaboration with the patient, family, and healthcare team, with input from licensed physicians, psychologists, podiatrists, and dentists.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of Critical Care/ICU experience preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited Nursing program required; Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred. Work experience cannot substitute for educational requirements.
• Currently licensed or eligible for licensure as an RN by the Alabama Board of Nursing.
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association; should be obtained within 30 days of employment.
• Depending on the unit, ACLS and/or PALS certifications may be required.