Surgical-Trauma ICU RN 7A

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Alabama seeks an experienced Surgical-Trauma ICU RN to supervise nursing staff on shift, including weekends and holidays, and ensure quality patient care in the ICU. You will apply the nursing process for assessments, planning, and interventions, while collaborating with physicians and other clinicians.

Active RN licensure is required with BLS; BSN preferred. ACLS/PALS/NRP/TNCC may be required depending on unit.

Qualifications

• RN licensure required, BLS required; ACLS/PALS/NRP/TNCC may be required.
• BSN degree preferred.
• Experience supervising nursing staff and coordinating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate nursing staff on shift, including weekends and holidays.
• Use nursing process for patient assessments, care planning, and interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians and other clinicians on patient care planning.
• Perform additional duties within scope as assigned.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Care planning and coordination

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Infection control

Education

RN licensure (Active)

BSN preferred

BLS certification

ACLS/PALS/NRP/TNCC may be required

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Highlights: Summary:

The Registered Nurse shall be responsible for the general supervision and coordination of activities of nursing personnel on shift, and during weekends and holidays, in order to ensure quality and continuity of patient care. This individual will utilize the nursing process in patient assessments, planning of care, and performance of care interventions. The RN will collaborate with Physicians and other healthcare clinicians in the planning and implementation of patient care. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education/Experience:

Degree in Nursing required, BSN degree preferred.

License/Certification:

Active RN licensure required, BLS required, Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, etc) may be required depending on area assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to observe, assesses, and record work, safety and infection control standards.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Position requires sitting for 20% of the workday and mobility 80% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Much exposure to computer work. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.

Primary Location:

Baptist Medical Center South

Job:

Surgical-Trauma ICU RN 7A RN

Job Type:

Regular-Full time

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.