Perinatal LPN - Full Time - Nightshift
About The Position
As a Perinatal Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will work alongside experienced Registered Nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members to provide compassionate, evidence-based care in the Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum (LDRP) unit. Under the general direction of the LDRP Clinical Manager and the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will provide care to obstetrical and neonatal patients and support mothers and newborns through labor, delivery, postpartum recovery, and newborn care. The role is 72 hours biweekly, with a night shift schedule of 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. You will help assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care; monitor patient conditions and communicate changes; educate patients and families; document care; and support safety, quality improvement, and compliance with applicable standards. The position requires an approved nursing program, an active Maryland LPN or LVN license, and current BLS certification. NRP certification must be completed during orientation.
Requirements
- Graduate from an approved nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse.
- Current license to practice in the State of Maryland.
- Current BLS (CPR) in compliance with policy.
- Complete NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification during the orientation period.
- Basic computer skills.
- High level of organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to apply the standards of professional nursing practice with compassion and empathy.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience in a relevant specialty.
- Previous women's health, mother/baby, nursery, or acute care experience.
- Previous Operating Room Tech experience or education; alternatively, complete the Perinatal Tech training course, including didactic and clinical training components, within six months in the job.
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to obstetrical and neonatal patients as part of a collaborative care team.
- Assist in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care using the nursing process and evidence-based practice.
- Monitor patient conditions and promptly communicate changes to the Registered Nurse and healthcare team.
- Support mothers and newborns throughout labor, delivery, postpartum recovery, and newborn care.
- Educate patients and families on postpartum and newborn care while promoting a positive patient experience.
- Accurately document patient care and maintain compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.
- Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and recognize actual or potential health concerns requiring intervention.
- Maintain clinical competency through ongoing education and professional development.
- Practice in accordance with the Maryland Nurse Practice Act, ethical standards, and Meritus policies and procedures.
- Promote a culture of safety by reporting clinical or ethical concerns and participating in quality improvement initiatives.
Benefits
- Health insurance available starting the first of the month following date of hire.
- Dental insurance available starting the first of the month following date of hire.
- Vision insurance available starting the first of the month following date of hire.
- Life insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Paid Time Off accruing from day one.
- 401k plan.
- Education assistance program.
- Employee assistance program.
- Shift differential may be available for employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
