RN - Registered Nurse -Telemetry Unit - Multiple Shifts

Position OverviewBonus: Up to $20,000.00 (For Full-Time, 7 On/7 Off, and Weekend Only positions)Department: Telemetry UnitSchedule: Shifts Available:Full-Time Days, 3 12-Hour Shifts, 7:00 am - 7:00 pmFull-Time Nights, 3 12-Hour Shifts, 7:00 pm - 7:00 amWork Location: UAB St. Vincent's East - Trussville, ALBenefits for eligible positions only include generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more6North 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 DescriptionProvide 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.QualificationsLicensure / Certification / Registration: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.Education:Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing AND professional licensure at time of hire required.Why Work at UAB MedicineWe 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, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 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.