DCH Health System·Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Coordinate and deliver quality emergency medical care to patients while maintaining professional nursing standards and therapeutic relationships. Supervise non-licensed staff and manage patient assessments, education, and discharge planning in a Level III Stroke Center.
Overview To perform echocardiographic procedures as requested by the physician, accurately keep charges and to supply to the appropriate physician for reading. To maintain accurate and appropriate files and assist with GXT's as needed. To coordinate the activities and functions of the ECHO area.
Proficient in obtaining images for basic cardiac scan according to ICAL Standards. Organizes and directs the flow of patients through the ECHO Lab to ensure quality of care. Performs echocardiograms on all age groups in a timely manner and assist physician in reading. Maintains records and files related to echocardiograms. Performs EKGs and GXTs as needed. Maintains clean and workable equipment and work area. Demonstrates cost-conscious behaviors by utilizing equipment and supplies efficiently. Responds to "STAT" calls as defined in departmental policies. Performs basic cardiac life support as needed. Knows appropriate personnel to alert in emergency situations. Flexible for helping to cover all shifts as needed. Displays a sense of responsibility and is observant of the patient in his/her care during the procedure. Assist in maintaining departmental statistical data. Aware of safety precautions as they relate to the age of the neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient. Attends inservice programs, required training/education, and unit/department/service meetings. Assist with the upkeep of supplies and equipment. Assist with transportation of patients as needed. Performs all assignments in a timely manner, establishes priorities of care and related assigned duties; effectively organizes work day. Authority. Needs to be functioning independently within 6 months of training. DCH Standards: Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation. Performs compliance requirements 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.
Is a high school graduate or equivalent with successful completion of a on-the-job training. Certification as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer. Must be able to read, write legibly, speak and comprehend English.
Requires a current Alabama RN license and BLS certification, with ACLS and PALS required within six months of hire. An Associate degree in nursing is the minimum requirement, though a BSN is preferred.
Market context
Nursing roles in Alabama typically stay active across hospitals, clinics, and other care settings, especially when units need licensed RNs who can start quickly. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for current Alabama or multistate RN licensure, BLS, and education that meets the unit’s needs, with BSN or specialty certifications sometimes preferred. Review the unit-specific certification timeline and compare the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here with the original posting to save research time before applying.
