Registered Nurse, ED
Northport, Alabama
Health system employer
RN
Posted Jul 21
- Unit
- ER
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- Hospital
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- RN
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Registered Nurse position in the Emergency Department at DCH Health System in Northport, AL. Plans, coordinates and directs quality compassionate care by maintaining standards of professional nursing practice. Provides leadership to team members, supervises LPNs, PCAs, and other non-licensed staff. Assesses patient conditions on admission and ongoing basis, plans and documents patient education, evaluates and reevaluates patient care, and applies safety principles. Requires current Alabama Board of Nursing RN license or multi-state license, BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications, and minimum Associates degree with BSN preferred.
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Requirements
- Alabama Board of Nursing RN license or multi-state license
- as outlined in the Employee Handbook Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self. Performs essential job functions in a manner that ensures the safety of patients, visitors and employees. Identifies and reduces unsafe practices that may result in harm to patients, visitors and employees. Recognizes and takes appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards to promote safety for patients, visitors and employees. Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet. Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures. All other duties as assigned Current approved Alabama Board of Nursing RN license or multi-state license required or ability to obtain prior to start. Current American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider training required. BSN preferred, minimum Associates required ACLS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English
Place
- City
- Northport, Alabama
- Median rent
- $982/mo
- Local household income
- $80,913/yr
- State price level
- 11% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Alabama index 88.8, where 100 is the national average.
Northport sits just across the Black Warrior River from Tuscaloosa, offering a small-town feel with easy access to University of Alabama amenities. Its historic downtown charms with local shops and the annual Kentuck Festival of the Arts. A relaxed alternative for nurses seeking Southern hospitality near a college-town hub.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.
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DCH Health System is a regional healthcare system serving West Alabama, comprising three main facilities: DCH Regional Medical Center, Northport Medical Center, and Fayette Medical Center. The system positions itself as an essential community provider, with strategic goals focused on…
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