RN SICU Full Time Days

Community Health Systems; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Birmingham, AL, seeks a Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care across the nursing process, coordinate with care teams, and educate patients and families. The role emphasizes safety, infection control, and adherence to standards, with opportunities for professional development in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, medication administration, assisting physicians, and participation in performance improvement initiatives to

Qualifications

• Proficiency in nursing processes and patient assessment.
• Ability to administer medications and monitor for side effects.
• Strong communication with patients, families and care teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers patient-centered care per nursing process.
• Documents findings and reports condition changes to the care team.
• Administers medications and monitors for adverse effects.
• Assists physicians during procedures within competency.
• Develops and evaluates individualized care plans.
• Responds to emergencies and participates in CPR/code activities.
• Educates patients and families on conditions and post-discharge care.
• Adheres to infection control protocols and safety standards.
• Documents care, supports audits and quality improvement.

Skills

Nursing process

Clinical assessment

Medication administration

Communication

Documentation

Infection control

Team collaboration

Education

RN licensure

BCLS certification

ACLS certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members.
• Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration in accordance with standards of practice.
• Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
• Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and delivery.
• Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, ensuring understanding and adherence to instructions.
• Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of healthcare-associated infections.
• Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety.
• Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
• Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards of practice and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates responsible decision-making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
• Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
• Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and understanding of current nursing standards and regulations.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development, to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery.
• Critical Care RN:
  • Administers medications and other treatments as prescribed, including intravenous medications and therapies.
  • Manages complex medical equipment, including ventilators, monitoring devices, and other life-support systems.
  • Performs procedures such as inserting central lines, managing tracheostomies, and providing advanced cardiac life support.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
• Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
• Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
• Refer to facility or unit-specific guidelines for additional requirements.

Job Info

• Job Identification 163281
• Job Category Nursing
• Posting Date 09/01/2026, 03:21 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 3690 Grandview Pkwy, Birmingham, AL, 35243, US