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Registered Nurse (RN) – Perinatal Care
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: 7 AM – 7 PM
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to provide exceptional care in a dynamic clinical environment. The ideal candidate will practice independently, manage both routine and complex care, and contribute to long-term patient care goals. This role requires strong critical thinking skills, effective delegation, and the ability to manage clinical contingencies with confidence.
Key Responsibilities:
✔ Patient Care & Clinical Practice
- Utilize the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, evaluation) to deliver high-quality care.
- Address complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social patient needs.
- Administer medications and treatments, monitoring for efficacy and side effects.
- Document patient history, symptoms, and care interventions accurately.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers, ensuring comprehensive understanding of health conditions and treatments.
✔ Patient Flow & Coordination
- Anticipate and plan for admissions, discharges, and transfers to ensure efficient patient flow.
- Utilize appropriate communication systems and protocols to facilitate seamless transitions in care.
✔ Unit Operations & Leadership
- Supervise and coordinate nursing activities during assigned shifts.
- Ensure proper use and maintenance of medical equipment and supplies.
- Assist in staffing decisions and resource allocation.
✔ Safety, Quality, & Compliance
- Adhere to patient safety protocols, promoting positive outcomes.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based nursing research.
- Maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and ethical standards.
✔ Technical Proficiency
- Ensure accurate documentation and record-keeping using electronic and paper-based systems.
- Utilize medical equipment effectively and educate patients on home medical devices.
- Process medical orders with precision, minimizing errors and ensuring compliance.
- Interpret and analyze patient charts to optimize treatment plans.
Qualifications & Requirements:
✔ Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
- All newly hired RNs must complete New Nurse Orientation within the first 30 days.
- Completion of all annual competency verifications required.
✔ Experience:
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred.
- Experience in a Perinatal Setting or completion of a Perinatal RN Residency preferred.
✔ Licenses & Certifications:
- Active RN license in the state of employment or compact license.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
- Electronic Fetal Monitoring (C-EFM) certification or AWHONN Fetal Monitoring Course (must be obtained within 30 days for experienced nurses, 4 months for new graduates).
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification (required within 30 days for experienced nurses, 90 days for new graduates).
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification (required at hire for experienced nurses, within 60 days for new graduates).
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