RN - Registered Nurse - Emergency Department - PRN
About The Position
The Registered Nurse provides direct nursing care in the Emergency Department according to the healthcare organization’s established policies, procedures, and protocols. The position is PRN Tier III and is based at the UAB St. Vincent's Free Standing ED in Trussville, Alabama. The nurse implements and monitors patient care plans, documents and communicates patient conditions, coordinates care across disciplines, carries out physician and nursing orders, and works with the healthcare team to assess and coordinate discharge planning. For this freestanding emergency room, at least one year of critical care or emergency experience is required. PRN positions also require one year of RN experience. Eligible positions may include paid time off, paid parental leave, an Associate Assistance Program, and tuition reimbursement.
Requirements
- Diploma from an accredited school or college of nursing and professional licensure at the time of hire.
- Alabama Associate Professional Registered Nurse credential from the Alabama Board of Nursing, obtained before hire or job transfer.
- At least one year of critical care or emergency experience for the freestanding emergency room.
- At least one year of RN experience for PRN positions.
- BLS Provider certification, obtained within 30 days of hire or job transfer; American Heart Association or American Red Cross certification accepted.
- Advanced Life Support certification, obtained within 180 days of hire or job transfer; American Heart Association or American Red Cross certification accepted.
- PALS Provider certification, obtained within 180 days of hire or job transfer; American Heart Association or American Red Cross certification accepted.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care in accordance with the healthcare organization’s established policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Implement and monitor patient care plans.
- Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition as appropriate.
- Serve as a primary coordinator of all disciplines to support well-coordinated patient care.
- Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.
- Assess and coordinate patient discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off (eligible positions only)
- Paid parental leave (eligible positions only)
- Associate Assistance Program (eligible positions only)
- Tuition Reimbursement Program (eligible positions only)
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
