Licensed Practical Nurse

Overview

Job Description - LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (T233187)

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - ( T233187 )

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 patients  educational needs, and serve as a role model to other members of the patient care team.

Perform routine nursing tasks including catheter placement, blood draws, collection of vital signs, and general patient care. Provide support with miscellaneous clinical and patient-related duties as needed.

Salary range: $47,665 - $77,455

Qualifications 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.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator.

The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located /titleix.

• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  University
• Job Category:
  Clerical & Administrative
• Organization
• Employee Status:
  Regular
• Shift: Day/1st Shift
• Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager):
  Onsite