Stroke Care RN - Med/Surg & Post-Acute

East Alabama Health; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

East Alabama Medical Center in Opelika is seeking a registered nurse to provide comprehensive, patient‑centered care on a Med/Surg unit. You will apply evidence-based practices, administer medications, and educate patients and families to support recovery and safety.

The role requires a nursing degree, Alabama license, BLS within 90 days, and NIHSS training within 90 days. BSN preferred; 1–2 years Med/Surg experience recommended.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a school of nursing.
• Required Alabama Board of Nursing license.
• BLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• NIHSS within 90 days of hire.
• Preferred Education: BSN.
• Preferred Experience: 1–2 years Med/Surg.
• Preferred Registration/License/Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe therapeutic care in a holistic and systematic way.
• Incorporate standards, guidelines, protocols, or pathways for care delivery.
• Administer medications according to standard nursing practice.
• Educate patients and families to support outcomes and learning.
• Contribute to practice improvements through self-development.

Skills

Nursing

Education

BSN

Job description

East Alabama Medical Center in Opelika is seeking a registered nurse to provide comprehensive, patient‑centered care on a Med/Surg unit. You will apply evidence-based practices, administer medications, and educate patients and families to support recovery and safety.

The role requires a nursing degree, Alabama license, BLS within 90 days, and NIHSS training within 90 days. BSN preferred; 1–2 years Med/Surg experience recommended.