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Registered Nurse (RN)
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$69,036 / year median in Alabama
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Overview:
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
To be assigned to Free-standing Emergency Departments (FED) must provide evidence of one of the following: Minimum one-year Emergency Department experience as a staff nurse Minimum one-year ICU experience as a staff nurse Associate Degree in
Nursing Licensure/Certification/Registration:
BLS One of the following: Current Alabama RN license Current Multi State RN License in accordance with Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) for Alabama
• Infirmary Health abides by the NLC requirements and guidelines for the state of Alabama Code Team participation is assigned to MICU, NICU, SICU, PACU, ED, CCU, Peds/PICU, and L&D/Nursery departments. Participation is expected after six months of hire following success completion of ACLS, PALS or NRP course as appropriate ACLS certification may be required in designated areas as determined by administration
Desired Qualifications:
BSN/MS degree in Nursing Working knowledge of area
Desired Licensure, Registration, Certification:
ACLS/PALS/NRP
certification is encouraged as appropriate to patient population
Responsibilities:
Plans, implements, coordinates and evaluates comprehensive care for designated patients to ensure quality of care and continuity of care delivery.