Temporary Per Diem Program for Experienced Labor & Delivery Nurses

Highland Hospital•Rochester, NY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary Per Diem Program for experienced Labor and Delivery nurses with premium rates. The minimum commitment is 64 hours per 8-week time block, with a requirement to work at least 8 hours per 2-week pay period. The program has a 3-month commitment. The role involves providing professional nursing services for patients and their families, and/or for the nursing department. The nurse will collaborate with other healthcare providers and team members to achieve expected patient outcomes and improve the care environment. Nurses will utilize the nursing process and evidence-based practice to coordinate and provide direct care and services that support patient care. The Level II Registered Nurse (RN), under the direction of the Nurse Manager, is accountable for providing competent patient care based on established standards and the nursing process. The Level II RN may assume expanded unit roles such as charge nurse or preceptor, as assigned by the Nurse Manager. The Level II nurse supports peers in patient care delivery, uses appropriate team communication methods, and practices care that reflects the patient's condition and priorities. The Level II nurse contributes to team problem-solving, identifies opportunities for self-growth, and supports the development of other learners. Additionally, the Level II nurse contributes to a safe unit environment and operations.

Requirements

Minimum of 1 year current nursing experience in Labor and Delivery.
Licensed by New York State to practice as a Registered Nurse.
Current CPR certification (American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare providers).

Nice To Haves

BS in Nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides professional nursing services for patients and their families and/or for the nursing department.
Collaborates with other health care providers and health care team members to achieve expected patient outcomes and improve the care environment.
Uses the nursing process and evidence based practice to coordinate and provide direct care and services that support care.
Accountable for provision of competent patient care based on established standards and the nursing process.
May assume expanded unit roles as available and assigned by Nurse Manager as a charge nurse or preceptor.
Supports peers in the delivery of patient care.
Uses appropriate team communication methods.
Practices care that reflects the patient condition and priorities.
Provides support to team problem solving.
Identifies opportunities for self-growth and contributes to the development of other learners.
Contributes to safe unit environment and operations.