RN - Registered Nurse- MICU Stepdown Unit

Overview

Our Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU), also known internally at UAB St. Vincent’s East as 5 North, is an 18-bed stepdown unit providing care for patients needing close monitoring, including patients with cardiac, respiratory, and other complex medical conditions. Our nurses work in a collaborative environment to provide high quality patient care.

Provide 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.

Licensure / 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.

No additional preferences.

• Bonus:
  Up to $20,000 may be available for full-time positions.
• Department: MICU Stepdown Unit
• Schedule:
  
  Multiple shifts available
• Full-time Nights - 7pm to 7am
• Full-time Days - 7am to 7pm
• Weekend-only Day Shift - 7am to 7pm
• Work Location:
  
  UAB St. Vincent s East, Trussville
• New grads welcome

Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more.

UAB St. Vincent’s, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we re a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St. Vincent’s name. We re committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other.

We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients. We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees. As one of Alabama’s best hospitals as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission.

Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.