What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - Registered Nurse - Pediatric Care Coordinator - Pediatrics Cardiology position at UAB Health System?
Position Overview
Shift: Full-time
Schedule: Monday-Friday Day Shift
Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.
Job Description
Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care provided to patients, both pediatric and adult, with congenital heart disease. Has specialized knowledge in the care of patients gained through formal education or several years of on the job training. Is autonomous regarding nursing interventions, acting as an accountable advocate for patients; works within their prescribed Health Services Foundation policy ad medical therapy. Coordinates activities with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
Qualifications
Associate's degree in Nursing required. Five (5) years of outpatient or inpatient clinical care of pediatric patients Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Preferred: Three (3) years of outpatient or inpatient clinical care of congenital heart disease patients. Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing required. Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required or must be obtained within thirty (30) days of employment.
Why Work at UAB Medicine
We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.
UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.