Registered Nurse (RN), Labor & Delivery, Nights

University of Maryland Medical System•Bel Air, MD

11d•Onsite

About The Position

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for their Labor & Delivery unit. This is a full-time night position. UM UCH is a community-based, integrated, non-profit health system dedicated to creating the healthiest community in Maryland. They are the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County, serving residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County. The system owns and operates University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center, The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, and The Senator Bob Hooper House.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Currently licensed as an RN in the State of Maryland.
Certification in BCLS required.
Certification in NRP required (must be obtained within 60 days of hire if not already certified).
C-EFM required (must obtain within 12-18 months after hire if not already certified).

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree preferred.
Prior experience in Labor & Delivery is preferred.

Responsibilities

Utilizes the nursing process to direct and deliver care to the patient population on an assigned unit.
Assesses and documents accurately the physical, psychosocial, educational, spiritual/cultural, and discharge planning needs of the patient/family.
Develops a prioritized plan of care (POC) based on medical diagnosis and identified patient/family needs, and updates POC daily.
Implements the plan of care by performing evidence-based interventions and treatments specific to the diagnosis or problem, including administering/monitoring blood transfusions, medications, and IV therapy per hospital policy.
Functions effectively in clinical emergencies.
Maintains BLS, NRP, and STABLE certifications.
Obtains C-EFM certification within 12-18 months after hire.
Orients and maintains competencies as a Mother/Baby RN.
Sets priorities and organizes work effectively.
Provides health teaching on risk-reducing behaviors, activities of daily living, infection prevention behaviors, and patient rights and responsibilities.
Assures the Environment of Care is maintained according to regulatory guidelines.
Evaluates and documents the effectiveness of planned strategies in relation to patient responses and attainment of expected outcomes.
Assures compliance with all National Hospital Quality Measures.
Ensures compliance with all National Patient Safety Goals and infection control standards.
Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice.
Demonstrates skills and competencies for the adolescent, adult, and elderly patient.
Maintains and is accountable for required 20 CEUs for the year.
Submits PAM yearly completion list, if applicable.
Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues; assists others with implementation of care.
Partners with others to effect change and generate positive outcomes through knowledge of the patient, use of SBAR communication and hand-off communication per policy.
Integrates ethical provisions in all areas of practice by delivering care that protects patient outcomes, dignity, rights, and confidentiality.
Integrates evidence-based findings into practice; participates in unit/hospital quality improvement efforts i.e. shared governance; and unit-specific improvement efforts.
Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost, and impact on practice in the planning and delivery of care; uses supplies and equipment in a cost-effective manner.
Assumes leadership role of the team.
Participates in training of nursing students/precepts, if requested.
Delegates tasks and duties in compliance with policy and in a manner which results in efficient and effective patient care.
Completes the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Hospital Breastfeeding Policy Training Program and six hours of hands-on lactation education.
Takes STABLE class if not already certified.