LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse
UAB Medicine · Birmingham, AL · 3 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
UAB St. Vincent’s Birmingham offers full-time day and night shifts, working every 3rd weekend.
Responsibilities
- Provide care to patients under the direction of a registered nurse or physician, functioning within scope of license.
- Contribute to the assessment of patients and assure the well-being of patients.
- Administer medications and observe patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
- Perform laboratory tests and therapeutic services.
- Educate patients/families about disease treatment plan including self care post discharge, holistic health needs, available resources and follow up care.
Requirements
- Licensure / Certification / Registration: Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing required.
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Education: Graduate from an accredited Practical Nursing program or equivalent required.
Qualifications
- No additional preferences.
Skills
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off.
- Paid parental leave.
- Associate Assistance Program.
- Tuition Reimbursement Program.
- and more.
Pay
Details not specified.
Schedule
Available Shifts: Full Time Days - 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Working every 3rd weekend), Full Time Nights - 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (Working every 3rd weekend).