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RN ED Hold Unit Night$2500 sign on bonus

Job in Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama, 35275, USA
Listing for: Community Health Systems
Full Time, Part Time position
Listed on 2026-08-02
Job specializations:
  • Nursing
    RN Nurse, Emergency Medicine, ICU Nurse, Healthcare Nursing
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 20000 USD Yearly USD 20000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Registered Nurse – Transitional Care Unit

A Med-Surg Role With Variety, Teamwork, and a 5:1 Ratio

Join our Transitional Care Unit, where nurses care for admitted medical-surgical patients who are awaiting placement in an inpatient bed. This unit offers the variety of the hospital setting with a defined scope of care and a manageable 5:1 nurse-to-patient ratio .

This is a great opportunity for nurses who enjoy medical-surgical nursing, patient education, care coordination, and working closely with a multidisciplinary team.

What You Can Expect 5:1 nurse-to-patient ratio

Medical-surgical level patients

Admitted patients who have already completed their initial emergency evaluation

Collaboration with hospitalists, physicians, case management, pharmacy, respiratory therapy, and other support departments

Opportunities to strengthen assessment, time-management, and care-coordination skills

Clearly Defined Patient Acuity

This unit does not accept:

Stepdown patients

ICU patients

Patients requiring titratable drips

Patients needing a higher level of monitoring or intervention than a medical-surgical unit can safely provide

Patients requiring escalation of care will be transferred to the appropriate higher-acuity unit.

Primary Responsibilities

Complete ongoing nursing assessments

Administer medications and treatments

Monitor for changes in patient condition

Provide patient and family education

Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team

Prepare patients for discharge or transfer to an inpatient medical-surgical bed

Support safe and efficient patient flow throughout the hospital

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking nurses who:

Enjoy caring for a diverse medical-surgical population

Value teamwork and communication

Demonstrate strong assessment and critical-thinking skills

Provide compassionate, patient-centered care

Thrive in an organized, collaborative environment

Are comfortable recognizing and escalating changes in patient condition

Why Join the Transitional Care Unit?

Consistent 5:1 staffing ratio

Clearly defined medical-surgical scope of care

No ICU assignments

No stepdown assignments

No titratable drips

Diverse patient population

Supportive leadership and collaborative teamwork

Opportunities for professional growth and skill development

Join Our Team

If you are looking for a medical-surgical nursing role with variety, a manageable patient ratio, and a clearly defined level of care, the Transitional Care Unit may be the right fit for you.

Help patients move safely through the next step of their care while providing the quality, attention, and compassion they deserve.

Join us as a Registered Nurse (RN) - ED, Full-time Nights 7pm-7am, Grandview Medical Center.

  • Unit: ED

  • Shift: Nights, 7pm-7am

  • Up to $20K Student Loan Contribution

  • Other incentives include: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k match & more available for Full and Part-Time roles.

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families.

Essential

Functions
  • Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.

  • Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members.

  • Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.

  • Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration in accordance with standards of practice.

  • Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level.

  • Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.

  • Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.

  • Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and delivery.

  • Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, ensuring understanding and adherence to instructions.

  • Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of healthcare-associated infections.

  • Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety.

  • Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.

  • Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to…

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