RN - L&D
Profession: Registered Nurse
Specialty: Labor and Delivery
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Night Shift
Hours per Shift: 12 Hours
Experience: Minimum 2 Years
License: RN License - State of Michigan
Certifications: BLS, NRP, C-EFM, STABLE
Must-Have:
- RN License
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification
- Fetal Heart Monitoring Certification
Description:
Delivers nursing care responsibly and accountably as described by the American Nurses Association (ANA) and legally by the State of Michigan.
Demonstrates competency through the nursing process which includes assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Upholds the standards of professional performance as described by the ANA.
Strives to achieve optimal outcomes.
Provides evidence-based nursing care consistent with the interprofessional plan of care and in accordance with policies and regulatory standards.
Communicates and collaborates with other members of the health care team to ensure continuity and coordination of care.
Acts as a patient and family advocate.
Performs point of care testing as required.
Demonstrates a high standard of moral, ethical, and culturally sensitive behavior.
Formulates decisions and actions based on ethical principles using the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide practice.
Advocates for privacy, confidentiality, and security of patient data.
Assesses the overall needs of the patient and family and analyzes assessment data to identify potential diagnoses or issues.
Identifies expected outcomes and develops and implements an individualized interprofessional plan of care.
Evaluates patient and family educational needs employing appropriate teaching strategies.
Initiates patient discharge planning at the time of patient contact.
Ensures that required documentation is performed accurately and timely.
Assumes an autonomous leadership role and delegates appropriately to unlicensed assistive personnel.
Engages in activities related to the professional role and seeks to continually advance knowledge and competence.
Participates in ongoing improvement activities that contribute to quality patient care.
Experience:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong time management and organizational skills.
Ability to make quality, independent decisions.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and listen to others.
Competency in the use of a variety of computer systems.
