RN - OB GYN
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Med-surg Adult, Obstetrics RN
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 1700 - 0530
Hours per Shift: 36
Experience: Minimum of 2 years
License: Current Registered Nurse (RN) License in the State of Idaho or approved compact state licensure
Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Must-Have: Minimum of one year of previous experience in obstetric nursing
Description:
The RN for the Obstetrics Unit provides compassionate and skilled care to expectant mothers during labor, delivery, and the postpartum period.
This role involves monitoring the health of both mother and baby.
It includes assisting in the birthing process and ensuring a safe and supportive environment for families.
In the event that the Obstetrics unit does not have active patients, the RN will be assigned a patient load in the Med/Surg unit.
This ensures appropriate staffing levels and continuity of care.
This role requires adaptability in patient assignments, clinical expertise, and a commitment to patient-centered care across multiple units.
Essential duties include assuring quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards.
The RN will measure health outcomes against patient care goals and standards.
They will follow facility standards of care set by the State Board of Nursing and other governing agency regulations.
Possessing knowledge and skills regarding nursing principles and practice is essential.
The RN will provide comprehensive care to obstetric patients, including laboring mothers, postpartum recovery, and newborns.
They will assist with labor and delivery, including fetal monitoring and medication administration.
Patient education is also a key component of this role.
Monitoring maternal and fetal well-being, recognizing and responding to complications is a critical responsibility.
Educating patients and families on postpartum care, breastfeeding, and newborn health is necessary.
Collaboration with physicians, midwives, and other healthcare professionals ensures safe and effective care.
The RN will assess, plan, and implement nursing care for adult patients with medical and surgical conditions.
They will administer medications, IV therapy, and wound care as per physician orders.
Monitoring patient progress and documenting assessments are essential tasks.
Adjusting care plans accordingly will be required.
The RN will assist with post-operative recovery, chronic illness management, and acute care interventions.
Responding to emergencies and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams promotes optimal patient outcomes.
Effective communication with a wide range of age groups, ethnic backgrounds, and educational levels is essential.
Organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize with accuracy and speed, are necessary.
The RN will make nursing decisions within the scope of licensure and according to established hospital policies and procedures.
Attendance at nursing staff meetings and relevant in-service education is expected for professional growth.
Establishing a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients and families is vital.
Promoting patient independence by establishing care goals and teaching patients about their conditions is encouraged.
Documenting patient care services accurately in records is required.
Maintaining continuity among nursing teams through documentation and communication of actions and needs is necessary.
The RN will delegate and oversee tasks assigned to nursing assistants and unit clerks.
This job description does not cover an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities.
Duties and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Other duties may be assigned as needed by the supervisor.
The RN must be able to work weekends, holidays, and shift rotations as necessary.
Maintaining good physical, emotional, and mental health is essential.
Orients and mentors new staff members as needed.