LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Unit for Neuroscience Nursing (UNSN)- Multiple Shifts

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Unit for Neuroscience Nursing (UNSN)- Multiple Shifts-(UAB000P1)

Description

Compensation : Pay Range : $19.80 - $32.15 / hour- $5,000 new hire sign-on bonus (Full-Time only)

Benefits available for eligible positions 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.

Unit Details :

The Unit for Neuroscience Nursing is a 20-bed acute care unit that provides comprehensive treatment plans and advanced post-surgical care for patients with neurological and spine disorders like epilepsy and glioblastomas.

This unit also treats Neuro patients undergoing ketamine infusion therapy and those who have an externalized shunt or lumbar drain.

Nurses on this unit have a unique opportunity to participate in a team nursing care model that partners each nurse with one patient care technician (PCT), which allows nurses to practice at the top of their scope and provide the highest quality of care and overall patient experience.

is consistently ranked among the top 50 programs of its kind nationally by U.S. News & World Report, which also has ranked UAB’s program as No.

1 in Alabama. UAB is also Alabama’s first , so as soon as patients arrive, we are prepared to deliver the latest stroke treatment.

Additionally, UAB has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Advanced Certification in Spine Surgery, demonstrating UAB Hospital’s dedication to continuous compliance with The Joint Commission’s state-of-the-art standards.

The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care.

Multiple Shifts Available : UAB Medicine supports work / life balance . The shifts available for this unit are :

• Full-Time AM : 3 12-hour shifts per week
• Full-Time PM : 3 12-hour shifts per week
• Flexi / PRN

Unit Details : The Unit for Neuroscience Nursing is a 20-bed acute care unit that provides comprehensive treatment plans and advanced post-surgical care for patients with neurological and spine disorders like epilepsy and glioblastomas.

This unit also treats Neuro patients undergoing ketamine infusion therapy and those who have an externalized shunt or lumbar drain.

Nurses on this unit have a unique opportunity to participate in a team nursing care model that partners each nurse with one patient care technician (PCT), which allows nurses to practice at the top of their scope and provide the highest quality of care and overall patient experience.

is consistently ranked among the top 50 programs of its kind nationally by U.S. News & World Report, which also has ranked UAB’s program as No.

1 in Alabama. UAB is also Alabama’s first , so as soon as patients arrive, we are prepared to deliver the latest stroke treatment.

Additionally, UAB has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Advanced Certification in Spine Surgery, demonstrating UAB Hospital’s dedication to continuous compliance with The Joint Commission’s state-of-the-art standards.

The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care.

UAB Medicine is Alabama’s largest single-site employer and operates over 1,200 beds and over 200 clinics in , Alabama.

Our nurses are committed to delivering patient- and family-centric care, and our interdisciplinary care teams provide high-quality, compassionate service.

When you become part of UAB Medicine, you join a committed to education and advancing medical science through research.

• 5-time Magnet-designated organization
• U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, #1 in Alabama
• America’s No. 1 Best Large Employer, Forbes, 2021
• Level 1 Trauma Center
• NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Comprehensive Transplant Institute, Comprehensive Stroke Center

Our success in patient care, innovation, and education is a direct result of our supportive and inclusive culture , which promotes shared governance and empowers nurses at the bedside to be their absolute best.

Whether you are looking to start your career, fast-track your development, or diversify your skills, UAB Medicine offers avenues for advancement that other employers cannot match .

Job Description : 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 patient s educational needs, and serve as a role model to other members of the patient care team.

Qualifications

Graduate from an accredited Practical Nursing Program 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.

Primary Location

UAB Hospital

Job Category

Neuroscience Services

Organization

706150000 Neurosurgery-Hospital

Employee Status

RegularShift : Rotation / Flexible Staffing / Multiple Shifts