RN - Registered Nurse - Surgical Rehab

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking a registered nurse for the 4 Surgical orthopedic unit at UAB St. Vincent's East in Birmingham, AL. This full-time night shift (7pm–7am) role focuses on rapid post-op turnover with a team of dedicated nurses and physicians.

The position requires nursing licensure in Alabama, BLS within 30 days of hire, and a diploma/ADN with active licensure. You will coordinate care, discharge planning, and multi-disciplinary collaboration to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Current or eligible RN license by the Alabama Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct nursing care per policies and protocols.
• Implements and monitors patient care plans and communicates patient condition.
• Acts as primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
• Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
• Assesses and coordinates discharge planning needs with the healthcare team.

Skills

BLS Provider

RN licensure in AL

Discharge planning

Patient care coordination

Education

Nursing Diploma/ADN

Job description

Position Overview

• Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

• Department: Ortho
• Schedule: Full Time Nights, 7p to 7a
• Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's East
• Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

4 Surgical is an 18 bed unit specializing in patients undergoing orthopedic, bariatric, and neurosurgical procedures.

The hospital is the leading joint replacement procedural area within UAB St. Vincent's, with world class orthopedic and bariatric surgeons who use the cutting edge of joint replacement, bariatric, and neurosurgery technology. This fast-paced unit specializes in quick turnarounds following surgery, with our dedicated nurses and physicians providing care that is guided by excellence and is centered on the needs of our patient population.

Job Description

Provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.

• Implements and monitors patient care plans. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
• Serves as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
• Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
• Assesses and coordinates 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, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 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.