Seasonal Labor and Delivery - RN Full Time Days

Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Inc.•Hutchinson, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse plans and delivers professional nursing care to patients at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. The RN provides care under a physician’s direction and within the applicable scope of practice, evaluates patient needs, maintains care plans, administers and evaluates medications, and documents care in accordance with policy. The role includes patient and family education, observation and reporting of changes in patient condition, mentoring and training new staff and students, and maintaining effective professional communication while protecting confidential health information. This is a seasonal, full-time days position with an FTE of 0.9.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in Kansas or a compact state.
Current BLS/CPR card from an approved provider within 30 days of hire or by the end of orientation, whichever comes first.
Ability to apply basic principles of nursing.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
Keyboarding and basic computer skills.
Multitasking and prioritization skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Previous experience in a similar environment.
ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, NIHSS, or AWHONN credentials may be required according to department or entity policy.

Responsibilities

Provide care to patients under the direction of a physician.
Mentor, develop, and train new staff and students.
Perform acts within the scope of practice defined by the applicable licensing board.
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to provide care according to unit or department competencies, policies, and procedures.
Evaluate patient needs and review and maintain a comprehensive care plan within scope.
Promote patient independence by establishing care goals and involving patients and families in discussions about medical issues, testing, medications, and self-care skills.
Accurately administer and evaluate medications, manage medication orders, and deliver medications to patients in a timely manner.
Educate patients and families about physical, emotional, and psychosocial aspects of care, disease processes, symptom and pain management, and signs and symptoms of death when appropriate.
Complete timely and accurate documentation according to Health System or affiliate policy.
Observe patients’ physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual conditions and report changes as directed.
Act in accordance with the established mission, vision, and values.
Comply with privacy and security regulations concerning protected health information.
Maintain effective communication and professional working relationships with patients and representatives, team members, contractors, physicians, peers, outside agencies, and the public.
Perform other duties as assigned.