RN Job at Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, AL in Birmingham

Overview

RN role at Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, AL

As a Registered Nurse at Grandview Medical Group you’ll join a team and be a part of a culture that's dedicated to providing top quality care to our patients. Our full-time employees enjoy a robust benefits package which may include health insurance, 401(k), licensure/certification reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and student loan assistance for eligible roles.

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members.
• Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration in accordance with standards of practice.
• Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
• Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and delivery.
• Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, ensuring understanding and adherence to instructions.
• Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of healthcare-associated infections.
• Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety.
• Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
• Performs audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards of practice and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates responsible decision-making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
• Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
• Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and understanding of current nursing standards and regulations.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development, to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery.
• Specialized areas (examples):
• Critical Care RN: administers medications and other treatments, manages complex equipment, and performs advanced procedures.
• Emergency Services RN: rapid assessment/triage, emergency procedures, stabilizing interventions.
• OR Services RN: pre-, intra-, and post-surgery care, scrubbing, sterile environment, vital signs monitoring.
• Cardiac Surgery RN: vital signs, medications/IVs, life-support equipment, post-op chest tube and wound care.
• Endoscopy RN: pre/post-procedure care, vitals monitoring, recovery education.
• Obstetrics/Labor and Delivery/Post Partum/Nursery RN: prenatal care, labor support, analgesia, fetal monitoring, postnatal care.
• Oncology RN: chemotherapy, side effects management, patient/family education and support.
• Orthopedics RN: pre/post-operative care, immobilization devices, pain management, education.
• PACU RN: post-anesthesia assessment, pain management, post-op complication monitoring, wound care, discharge education.
• NICU RN: critical care support, medications, nutrition, vent/respiratory support.
• Telemetry RN: cardiac monitoring, data analysis, patient care including meds and education.
• Dialysis RN: dialysis setup/monitoring, vital signs, patient education, equipment maintenance.
• Cath Lab RN: pre-procedure prep, intra-procedure support, post-procedure monitoring and care.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
• Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
• Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred
• NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation preferred
• Refer to facility or unit-specific guidelines for additional requirements.

Employment details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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