Id - OB RN

Steele Memorial Medical Center • Salmon, ID

3d

About The Position

The RN for the Obstetrics Unit provides compassionate, skilled care to expectant mothers during labor, delivery, and the postpartum period. The nurse monitors the health of both mother and baby, assists in the birthing process, and helps ensure a safe, supportive environment for families. When there are no active patients in the Obstetrics unit, the RN is assigned a patient load in the Med/Surg unit to support appropriate staffing and continuity of care. The position requires adaptability across patient assignments and units, clinical expertise, and a commitment to patient-centered care.

The RN provides obstetric and Med/Surg nursing care, including assessment, planning, implementation, monitoring, documentation, education, and coordination with interdisciplinary teams. The position also includes mentoring new staff, attending nursing staff meetings, and participating in in-service education and organizational quality, safety, and compliance efforts.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved School of Nursing.
• At least one year of previous obstetric nursing experience.
• Experience in maternal/fetal assessment, newborn assessment, and postpartum care.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Idaho or an approved compact state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required upon hire.
• AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring certification required upon hire.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required upon hire or within one year of employment.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and shift rotations as needed.
• Maintain good physical, emotional, and mental health.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care to obstetric patients, including laboring mothers, postpartum patients, and newborns.
• Assist with labor and delivery, including fetal monitoring, medication administration, and patient education.
• Monitor maternal and fetal well-being and recognize and respond to complications.
• Educate patients and families about postpartum care, breastfeeding, and newborn health.
• Collaborate with physicians, midwives, and other healthcare professionals to support safe and effective care.
• Assess, plan, and implement nursing care for adult patients with medical and surgical conditions when assigned to Med/Surg.
• Administer medications, IV therapy, and wound care according to physician orders.
• Monitor patient progress, document assessments, and adjust care plans as appropriate.
• Assist with post-operative recovery, chronic illness management, and acute care interventions.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to support patient outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with people from diverse age groups and backgrounds.
• Prioritize and organize tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Make nursing decisions within the scope of licensure and according to hospital policies and procedures.
• Attend at least 75% of nursing staff meetings and participate in in-service education.
• Provide emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients and families.
• Promote patient independence by establishing care goals and teaching self-care skills.
• Document patient care in patient and departmental records.
• Maintain continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions and ongoing needs.
• Delegate and oversee tasks assigned to nursing assistants and support staff.
• Orient and mentor new staff members.
• Support the organization's mission, values, and vision; follow compliance, safety, and workplace policies; maintain confidentiality; participate in quality assurance; comply with regulatory requirements; promote a safe workplace free from harassment and discrimination; and encourage teamwork and positive communication.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree