Registered Nurse, Surgery

Registered Nurse (RN)- Surgical

Full Time-On call required

Where We Are :

Florence, Alabama is situated in Northwestern Alabama, where the Tennessee River Flows through the scenic Shoals. On your days off spend some time fishing and boating on Wilson Lake. Come tour the historical sites, visit Key Cave National Wildlife Refuge, or take a relaxing lake cruise on Wheeler Lake.

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers :

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts

Competitive paid time off

Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching

Professional development and growth opportunities

Department / Unit Summary

Surgical Services at North Alabama Medical Center consists of 15 surgical suites, 6 Endoscopy Rooms, 6 private Pre-Admission Testing rooms, and 30 same day surgery rooms. Our surgical team consists of specially trained surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, surgical technologists, certified nurse anesthetists and other highly trained professionals. We strive to provide outstanding and compassionate care and service from pre-op to discharge.

Your experience matters

At North Alabama Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a LPN joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Connect with our RN recruiting specialist

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Savannah Bennefield by texting or calling 256-415-5593.

How you'll contribute

You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

Qualifications and requirements

Applicants should have a current state RN license. Additional requirements include :

Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.

One year of experience preferred

BCLS within 30 days of hire / transfer; ACLS within 90 days of hire / transfer

What you will do

Performs duties as assigned and requested.

Completes a focused patient assessment with reassessments

Based on patients' condition, procedures, medications given and treatments.

Adequately assesses and reassesses pain. Utilizes appropriate pain

management techniques.

Performs patient care and communicates effectively with patients of all ages and specific needs.

Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on the age of the patient and the patient's clinical condition. Follows the 6 rights of medication administration to reduce the potential for medication errors.

Assists physicians with procedures and performs services requiring

technical and manual skills.

Performs treatments and provides services to the level of licensure.

Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes

Patient safety and reduces the likelihood of errors.

Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.

Educates patient and family on disease process.

About our Health System

North Alabama Medical Center is a 263 bed hospital located in Florence, Alabama, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier ® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

"North Alabama Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. North Alabama Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.