Associate Rn Jobs in Birmingham, AL (NOW HIRING)

Bradford at Warrior understands the recovery process because we know that everyone has a story to tell. We empathize with our patients and provide them with the best care at every stage of their journey. We know that addiction isn’t the same for everyone, so evidence-based research informs our processes, treating patients where they are for who they want to become. Our goal is to help patients and their family overcome addiction in the long term.

We are seeking a Registered Nurse to add to our dynamic team. The Registered Nurse at Warrior plays a critical role in delivering comprehensive healthcare services to patients across various medical settings. This position focuses on providing direct patient care, ensuring that each individual receives personalized and effective treatment plans tailored to their unique health needs. The nurse will be responsible for educating patients and their families about health conditions, treatment options, and preventive care to promote optimal health outcomes. Additionally, the role involves specialized skills such as wound care management and supporting patients with complex medical needs. Ultimately, the Registered Nurse serves as a patient advocate, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance the quality of care and improve patient safety and satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including triage, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing interventions
• Educate patients and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and post-treatment care
• Perform wound care management as ordered by the provider
• Implement infection prevention and control protocols
• Emergency response as needed
• Motivate and re-engage patients utilizing de-escalation and motivational interviewing techniques
• Advocate for patients’ rights and needs, ensuring ethical and compassionate care delivery
• Collaborate with physicians, mid-level providers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care
• Document patient information accurately and maintain current medical records in compliance with healthcare regulations
• Adapt nursing approaches to meet the needs of all patients as individuals

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state or region
• Completion of an accredited nursing program (associate or bachelor's degree in nursing)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Demonstrated experience in direct patient care within a hospital or clinical setting
• Proficiency in wound care techniques and implementing infection prevention and control protocols
• Knowledge of patient re-engagement techniques including de-escalation and motivational interviewing

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with a multidisciplinary care team including physicians, mid-level providers, therapists, and non-licensed support staff in a collaborative healthcare environment
• Additional certifications in addiction nursing, substance use disorders, patient advocacy, or health education
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and healthcare informatics

We’re officially a Great Place to Work®! We’ve always believed that supporting our team is just as important as supporting our patients. Now, we’re proud to share that we’ve earned Great Place to Work® Certification - based entirely on feedback from our own employees. This certification reflects the culture we’ve worked hard to build - one rooted in trust, inclusion, and purpose-driven leadership. Read more here: https://ow.ly/YQ1C50WuRH1

At Bradford Health Services, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients while fostering a supportive and rewarding workplace for our employees. We believe that taking care of our team allows them to take better care of others, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being.

• Medical Coverage – Three new BCBSAL medical plans with better rates, improved co-pays, and enhanced prescription benefits.

• Expanded Coverage – Options for domestic partners and a wider network of in-network providers.

• Mental Health Support – Improved access to services and a new Employee Assistance Program (EAP) featuring digital wellness tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) modules and wellness coaching.

• Voluntary Coverages – Pet insurance, home and auto insurance, family legal services, and more.

• Student Loan Repayment – Available for nurses and therapists.

• Retirement Benefits – 401(k) plan through Voya to help employees plan for the future.

• Generous PTO – A robust paid time off policy to support work-life balance.

• Voluntary Benefits for Part-Time Employees – Dental, vision, life, accident insurance, and telehealth options for those working 20 hours or more per week.