RN - Registered Nurse -Telemetry - Multiple Shifts
About The Position
The Registered Nurse works in the 6North Telemetry Unit, a private 18-bed unit caring for patients whose diagnoses or co-morbidities warrant telemetry monitoring. Nurses develop or advance their skills in detecting medical or cardiovascular issues, communicating with providers, and identifying interventions to prevent emergencies. Responsibilities on the unit include assessments, rhythm interpretations, lab value analyses, patient and family education, wound care, IV management, and medication administration and management. Telemetry nursing support technology helps bedside staff provide a high level of care. The position provides direct nursing care in accordance with the healthcare organization's policies, procedures, and protocols. Available schedules include full-time day shifts (three 12-hour shifts, 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.), full-time night shifts (three 12-hour shifts, 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.), and weekend day shifts (two 12-hour shifts between Friday 6:30 p.m. and Monday 8:00 a.m.). The work location is UAB St. Vincent's East in Trussville, Alabama. A bonus of up to $20,000 is listed. Benefits for eligible positions include generous paid time off, paid parental leave, an Associate Assistance Program, and tuition reimbursement.
Requirements
- Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Registered Nurse by the Alabama Board of Nursing.
- Diploma from an accredited school or college of nursing.
- Professional licensure at the time of hire.
- BLS Provider certification obtained within 30 days of hire or job transfer; American Heart Association or American Red Cross certification is accepted.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care in accordance with established healthcare organization policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Implement and monitor patient care plans.
- Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition as appropriate.
- Serve as the primary coordinator of all disciplines to support well-coordinated patient care.
- Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.
- Assess and coordinate patients' discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.
- Perform assessments, interpret rhythms, analyze lab values, and provide patient and family education.
- Provide wound care, manage IVs, and administer and manage medications.
Benefits
- Bonus of up to $20,000.
- Generous paid time off for eligible positions.
- Paid parental leave for eligible positions.
- Associate Assistance Program for eligible positions.
- Tuition Reimbursement Program for eligible positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
