"RN - Registered Nurse - Professional Development Specialist - Pulmonary Intermediate Care Unit 6 South - AM (055)"

Job Description

To accomplish the strategic goals of nursing service working as an advanced nursing professional within the Center for Nursing Excellence. To influence the culture of nursing excellence throughout the organization by engaging in education, quality, evidence-based practice, scholarly activities, regulatory affairs and research. To positively impact and advance nursing practice, quality metrics and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

Master's degree in Nursing or related field and five (5) years of related experience required. If Master's degree in related field, must have Bachelor's degree in Nursing. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. 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 the American Heart Association (AHA) may be required.

Compensation

Pay Range: $77,640 - $126,170 / yearly. Benefits available for eligible positions include: 100% tuition assistance, nursing-specific wellness initiatives, generous paid time off, annual certification recognition payment, 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.

Shift Available

UAB Medicine supports work/life balance. The shift available for this department is: Full-Time Days.

About the Employer

Work with the Best at UAB Medicine: UAB Medicine is Alabama's largest single-site employer and operates over 1,200 beds and over 200 clinics in Birmingham, 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 nationally ranked academic medical center committed to education and advancing medical science through research. 6-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 I 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.