LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - GI Surgery -Down Unit; GISU - PM

Position Overview

Pay range: $22.90 - $37.25 / hour

Sign-on bonus: $5,000 new hire sign-on bonus may be available (full-time only)

Shift: full-time PM

Schedules: 7 p.m.

-7 a.m.

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Under general supervision, to provide nursing care to patients based on the nursing process, UAB Hospital Standards of Nursing Care, and UAB Hospital policies and procedures while ensuring quality of care.

To orient patients and family members to surrounding environment, acting as a patient advocate.

To collect patient assessment data and notify RN of potential problems.

To evaluate patient’s response to care and report findings to RN, document delivery of patient care, effectively respond to emergency situations, demonstrate positive interpersonal skills, meet patient’s educational needs, and serve as a role model to other members of the patient care team.

Graduate from an accredited Practical Nursing Program or equivalent required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

Currently licensed or licensed by endorsement as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing required.

Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required or should be obtained within 30 days of employment.

Depending on the unit/department, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) may be required.