Registered Nurse Labor and Delivery Charge

Dallas Regional Medical Center•Mesquite, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Labor and Delivery Charge Nurse. The charge nurse oversees the efficient functioning of the Labor an Delivery units, balancing administrative duties with patient care. This Registered Nurse manages staffing, assigning duties based on skill and patient load while providing guidance and support to the nursing team. Charge nurses manage complex care cases, resolve conflicts, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with healthcare policies, all while fostering a cohesive, efficient team environment that enhances patient care.

Requirements

Current and valid state RN License.
BLS certification within 30 days and maintain current
NRP certification within 90 days and maintain current
Basic Fetal monitoring within 60 days of hire and maintain current
Minimum of one (1) year experience in specialty setting (OB)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree preferred
Supervisory experience preferred
Specialty certification within 2 years preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible and accountable to the Department Director for the quality of nursing staff and the delivery of patient care during his/her shift and assists the Director in the daily operation of the respective unit(s)/department.
Provides direct communication with the Director and/or House Supervisor of unanticipated patient care events and/or risk management activities within patient care unit(s)
Utilizes nursing personnel effectively, assisting with required scheduling, staffing and assignments;
Provides direction, supervision and evaluation of staff and/or staff education as necessary
Assists with performance evaluations, progressive discipline of staff and other related HR activities as needed
Assesses supplies and equipment availability, ensures their proper use and functionality and assists in the daily maintenance of par levels
Collaborates with other department managers/supervisors to ensure smooth coordination of services to patients; enhanced patient flow within the facility and efficient admission/discharge/transfer processes
Assesses patient care delivery and quality of care/documentation on a consistent basis; directs staff members to make immediate changes in the plan of care, as appropriate to ensure patient safety and adherence to regulatory guidelines, hospital policies, procedures, protocols and/or clinical pathways and notifies Department Director, House Supervisor and/or Medical Staff as appropriate utilizing the chain of command.
Interviews patients/families on admission and during rounds to enhance positive patient experiences, provide comprehensive orientation to the patient care unit and increase patient/family awareness on how to access services and/or the charge nurse, if necessary.
The Charge Nurse may perform direct patient care within scope of practice and clinical competency to ensure patient safety and patient/nurse ratios; he/she shall be temporarily relieved of Charge Nurse duties during such times by Director/designee and shall document details of same on patient care assignment record.