RN – Care Transition Nurse Ambulatory – Part TimeFamily Medicine Clinic Position Available In Jefferson, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: To manage a caseload of ambulatory patients post-discharge to support optimal recovery, prevent hospital readmissions, and reduce the cost of care across the healthcare continuum. Interact with the care team to solve current situations and facilitate optimal outcomes over time. Requires a graduate of a nursing program approved by the Alabama State Board of Nursing, with one year of clinical experience. Must be licensed as an RN in Alabama and have BLS certification. Must be self-directed, possess good communication skills, and be able to work independently. The position is part-time at the Family Medicine Clinic in Birmingham, AL, with benefits including tuition assistance, paid time off, and more. UA Health Services Foundation (UAHSF) is hiring for this role.
Job Description
RN – Care Transition Nurse Ambulatory – Part TimeFamily Medicine Clinic 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars
Birmingham, AL Work Schedule:
Part Time Work Location:
Family Medicine Clinic, UAB Hospital Highlands Benefits include: 100% tuition assistance, wellness initiatives, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible employer, plus more. In addition to our many benefits and perks, UAB Medicine provides a variety of resources to support employees both personally and professionally. To manage a caseload of ambulatory patients post-discharge to support optimal recovery, prevent hospital readmissions and reduce cost of care across the healthcare continuum. to interact with members of the care team to solve current situations and to facilitate optimal outcomes over time.
Position Requirements:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Graduate of a school of Nursing program approved and accredited by the Alabama State Board of Nursing required. Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. One (1) year of clinical experience is required.
Preferred:
BSN preferred.
LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR REGISTRATION
Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) 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 American Heart Association (AHA), may be required.
TRAITS & SKILLS
Must be self-directed / self-motivated; must have good communication and interpersonal skills.
Must be able to:
(1) perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure; (2) accept responsibility for the direction, control and planning of an one’s own work; (3) work independently; (4) recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality; (5) convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, physical or emotional distress and/or grief; (6) relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation; (7) communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background; (8) exhibit flexibility and cope effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced healthcare environment; (9) perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations; (10) demonstrate the quality work ethic of doing the right thing the right way; and (11) maintain a customer focus and strive to satisfy the customer’s perceived needs. UA Health Services Foundation (UAHSF) is proud to be an AA/EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer.
