RN - Registered Nurse -Telemetry - Multiple Shifts

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

More benefits

Job summary

UAB Medicine seeks a Registered Nurse for the Telemetry unit in Birmingham, AL. This full-time role covers nights across multiple shifts on a 3 12-hour schedule (7:00 pm – 7:00 am) at UAB St. Vincent's East in Trussville.

The unit specializes in telemetry monitoring and cardiovascular care, offering opportunities to advance clinical skills and patient outcomes. Responsibilities include direct nursing care, care plan implementation, coordination with the healthcare team, and patient/family

Qualifications

• Licensed RN in Alabama required.
• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care on telemetry unit.
• Implement and monitor patient care plans.
• Coordinate care with all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
• Document orders and discharge planning needs.
• Assess patient condition and communicate changes to the team.

Skills

Telemetry nursing

Patient assessment

Rhythm interpretation

Care coordination

Communication with providers

Education

RN licensure (Alabama)

Nursing Diploma/ASN/BSN

Tools

EMR (Epic)

Job description

RN - Registered Nurse -Telemetry - Multiple Shifts

• Full-Time Nights, 3 12-Hour Shifts, 7:00 pm - 7:00 am
• Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's East - Trussville, AL
• Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

6Northis a private,18 bed unit that specializes in the care of patients with a diagnosis or co-morbidities that warrants telemetry monitoring.Nurses on this unitwill developor advance theirskillsto detect medical or cardiovascularissues, communicate with providers, and discover interventions to prevent emergent situations. Responsibilities for nurses on this unit includeassessments, rhythm interpretations, lab value analyses, patientand family education, wound care, IVmanagement, and medication administrationand management.Advanced technology in the form of telemetrynursing support is enabled to helpbedside staff treat patients with the highest level of 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, 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.