Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse - PRN Tier Plan

Summary:

As a skilled Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse, you will provide exceptional and compassionate care to our patients and their families. In this role, you will leverage your expertise to support a variety of nursing tasks including both routine and complex care, always prioritizing the needs of our patients. You will collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure optimal outcomes in our Labor and Delivery Department.

Responsibilities:

• Exhibit leadership qualities as defined within the OneCHRISTUS Competencies framework.
• Utilize the nursing process for assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation for assigned patients.
• Address the diverse psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and their families.
• Administer medications and treatments, monitoring patients for side effects and effectiveness.
• Document patient history, symptoms, medications, and care provided.
• Assess learning needs and deliver education to patients and families, identifying issues and resolutions.

Core Competencies:

1. Utilizes the Nursing Process: Employ critical thinking to assess patients and develop personalized care plans.
2. Patient Throughput & Patient Flow Process: Anticipate and plan for admission, discharge, and transfer needs efficiently.
3. Unit Operations: Assess and coordinate nursing care functions within the department during your shift.
4. Safe Practice/Quality Care/Regulations: Follow guidelines that promote a safe environment for patients.

Technical Competencies:

• Adhere to clinical policies and procedures for compliance and quality improvement.
• Maintain accurate documentation and handle medical records efficiently.
• Ensure medical equipment functionality, perform checks, and educate patients on its use.
• Process medical orders correctly and efficiently.
• Effectively read and interpret patient charts for accurate care planning.

Requirements:

• 1 year of RN experience in the related nursing specialty preferred.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Understanding of federal, state, and local healthcare regulations.
• BLS certification required.
• RN license in the state of employment or compact.
• Certification in Electronic Fetal Monitoring and current ACLS and NRP certifications required.

Work Schedule: TBD
Work Type: PRN

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants and encourage you to apply!