RN - Registered Nurse -Telemetry Unit - Multiple Shifts

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Associate Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Alabama is seeking a Telemetry Unit RN for full-time night shifts on a private 18-bed unit. Responsibilities include direct nursing care, coordination of multidisciplinary teams, and patient education.

Licensed RN with a nursing diploma and BLS within 1 month is required; 3 twelve-hour shifts with a 7pm–7am schedule, and a generous benefits package including tuition reimbursement and PTO are offered.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 month of hire date; American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as an RN by the Alabama Board of Nursing.
• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing and professional licensure at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Implement and monitor patient care plans; observe and communicate patient condition.
• Serve as primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated care.
• Note and carry out physician and nursing orders; coordinate discharge planning.

Skills

Rhythm interpretation

Patient education

Care coordination

Medication administration

Education

Nursing diploma

RN licensure required

Job description

• Bonus: Up to $20,000.00 (For Full-Time, 7 On/7 Off, and Weekend Only positions)
• Department: Telemetry Unit
• Schedule: Shifts Available:
• 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
  

Position Overview

6North is 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 unit will develop or advance their skills to detect medical or cardiovascular issues, communicate with providers, and discover interventions to prevent emergent situations. Responsibilities for nurses on this unit include assessments, rhythm interpretations, lab value analyses, patient and family education, wound care, IV management, and medication administration and management. Advanced technology in the form of telemetry nursing support is enabled to help bedside staff treat patients with the highest level of care.

• Bonus: Up to $20,000.00 (For Full-Time, 7 On/7 Off, and Weekend Only positions)
• Department: Telemetry Unit
• Schedule: Shifts Available:
  • Full-Time Days, 3 12-Hour Shifts, 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • 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
  

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.