RN - Registered Nurse - Med Surg
About The Position
The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Med/Surg department will provide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols of the healthcare organization. This role involves implementing and monitoring patient care plans, recording and communicating patient conditions, serving as a primary coordinator for patient care across disciplines, carrying out physician and nursing orders, and assessing and coordinating patient discharge planning needs with the healthcare team. UAB St. Vincent's, a part of UAB Medicine, is a healthcare provider with a long history in Alabama, committed to compassionate, service-oriented, and respectful care. They focus on addressing the holistic needs of patients and foster a collaborative spirit among their employees.
Requirements
- 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.
- Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing AND professional licensure at time of hire required.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Benefits
- generous paid time off
- paid parental leave
- Associate Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
