Registered Nurse (RN) - Obstetrics/Snuggery

Glens Falls Hospital • Glens Falls, NY

12d

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) is primarily accountable for organizing, managing, and delivering comprehensive nursing care to an assigned group of patients within the scope of the New York State Nurse Practice Act. In the Obstetrics/Snuggery setting, the nurse provides compassionate, family-centered care across labor, delivery, postpartum recovery, and newborn care. Private Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum (LDRP) rooms allow families to remain together throughout the birth experience. Care is supported by dedicated obstetrical operating rooms, a Special Care Nursery, and an experienced obstetrical team.

Glens Falls Hospital is a Magnet® designated organization. The hospital describes a collaborative and supportive atmosphere with shared governance, engaged leadership, and skilled peers. It also offers structured clinical advancement, continuing education funding, and mentorship. The hospital notes recognition as a 2026 High Performing Hospital for Maternity Care by U.S. News & World Report.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Registered Professional Nursing Program.
• Active, unrestricted New York State RN license.
• Active BLS certification, or obtain it at the time of hire.
• For an associate-degree hire, complete a BSN within five years; RNs with 20 or more years of experience may substitute an advanced certification for the BSN requirement.
• If assigned to Snuggery, maintain ACLS certification, required before completion of clinical orientation.
• Demonstrate excellent clinical judgment, rapid problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to remain calm and effective during medical emergencies.
• Recognize patient-care problems and respond appropriately to patient-care emergencies.
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with nursing personnel, patients, and physicians.
• Complete basic mathematical calculations.
• Have a strong working knowledge of standard healthcare reporting and quality measures.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered nursing care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of individualized care plans.
• Coordinate care with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members to promote positive clinical outcomes and seamless transitions of care.
• Monitor patient conditions, implement appropriate interventions, and adjust care plans based on changing needs and treatment goals.
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, self-care, and discharge instructions.
• Use electronic health record systems to document care accurately and maintain compliance with organizational standards.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, communicate effectively with team members, and ensure safe patient handoffs.
• Delegate and supervise nursing support staff appropriately while maintaining accountability for patient care delivery.
• Participate in unit and organizational initiatives supporting safety, teamwork, quality improvement, and professional excellence.
• Provide care for patients throughout labor, delivery, postpartum recovery, and newborn care.

Benefits

• Competitive sign-on incentives available; eligibility is determined at the time of offer.
• Shift differentials for evening and overnight hours.
• Cash payouts for achieving specialty clinical certifications.
• Structured clinical ladder and advancement paths.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education funding.
• Dedicated mentorship programs.

What This Job Offers

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