ICU Registered Nurse
Birmingham, Alabama
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center

Registered Nurse (RN) - Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Location: Birmingham, Alabama
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced RN for a 12-bed Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) specializing in Medical, Neuro, and Surgical intensive care. The unit provides care for neuro and intensive care patients with patient ratios ranging from 1:1 to 1:3.

Work Schedule

• Shift: 18:30 to 07:00 (overnight)
• Weekly guaranteed hours: 36
• Weekend hours: Every other weekend
• Call: Not required
• Float: As needed

Unit & Equipment

• ICU management including ventilators, arterial lines, central venous lines (CVLs), etc.
• Electronic Medical Record system: Cerner

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Alabama
• Minimum 2 years of ICU (Intensive Care Unit) nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Certifications: ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), BLS (Basic Life Support)

Patient Care

• Care for critically ill patients in medical, neuro, and surgical intensive care
• Patient ratios vary from 1:1 to 1:3 depending on acuity

Dress Code

• Scrubs mandatory
• Scrub color: Navy

Additional Information

• The unit values candidates who are adaptable and able to float as needed.
• The position is ideal for nurses seeking to work in a high-acuity ICU setting with a focus on neuro and surgical patients.

Location Highlights

• Situated in Birmingham, AL with convenient access to local attractions such as Vulcan Park & Museum, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, and Birmingham Zoo.
• Offers a peaceful and convenient lifestyle with access to the broader metro area.