LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse -Telemetry Unit - Multiple Shifts

Position Overview

Sign-On Bonus: Up to $10,000.00 (For Full-Time, 7 On/7 Off, and Weekend Only positions). Department: Telemetry Unit. Schedule: Multiple Shifts Available: Full-Time Nights, 3 12-Hour Shifts, 7:00 pm - 7:00 am. Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's East. Benefits for eligible positions only include generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more.

6North is a private, 18 bed unit that specializes in the care of patients with a diagnosis or co-morbidities that warrants telemetry monitoring. Nurses on this unit will develop or advance their skills to detect medical or cardiovascular issues, communicate with providers, and discover interventions to prevent emergent situations. Responsibilities for nurses on this unit include assessments, rhythm interpretations, lab value analyses, patient and family education, wound care, IV management, and medication administration and management. Advanced technology in the form of telemetry nursing support is enabled to help bedside staff treat patients with the highest level of care.

Job Description

Provide care to patients under the direction of a registered nurse or physician, functioning within scope of license. Contribute to the assessment of patients and assure the well-being of patients. Administer medications and observe patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments. Perform laboratory tests and therapeutic services. Educate patients/families about disease treatment plan including self care post discharge, holistic health needs, available resources and follow up care.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration: Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing required. BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Education: Graduate from an accredited Practical Nursing program or equivalent required.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama's largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state's first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent's hospitals serving central Alabama. UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you're seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there's a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you'll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.