Registered Nurse - Maternal Newborn

Halton Healthcare•Milton, ON

4h•CA$41 - CA$59•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves Level 2A Maternal Newborn Care, including care for pregnancies 34 weeks and greater, uncomplicated twin pregnancies, and Labour/birth/recovery/post-partum (LBRP) care for low-risk women meeting specific criteria. The role provides care in dedicated postpartum bedrooms and an operative birthing suite and recovery room on the unit. The successful applicant will provide prenatal assessment and triage, and care to the pregnant woman throughout labour and birth, including vaginal and Caesarean births. Responsibilities extend to the operative birthing suite and recovery room, requiring flexibility to work in all areas of the unit, including maternal and newborn care within the LBRP model. The environment is designed to be child and family friendly, supporting family presence and involvement.

Requirements

Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
Current Heart & Stroke approved Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire.
Minimum of 2 years recent perinatal experience required.
Successful completion of the Neonatal Resuscitation Provider program.
Successful completion of the Fetal Health Surveillance in Labour course.
Current Obstetric O.R. certificate and/or experience required.
Competency with vaginal exams during labour required.
Proficient in venipuncture and IVs.
Current Breastfeeding Certificate required.
Demonstrated ability to assist and support breastfeeding women.
Commitment to Family Centred Care.
Dedication to continuing education.
Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position.
Satisfactory employment and attendance record required.

Nice To Haves

Completion of Perinatal Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide prenatal assessment and triage.
Provide care to the pregnant woman throughout labour and birth, including vaginal and Caesarean births.
Fulfill roles and responsibilities in the operative birthing suite and recovery room on the unit.
Work flexibly in all areas of the unit, including maternal and newborn care within the LBRP model.