Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor and Delivery/Mother Baby Weekender

Advocate Health•Lincolnton, NC

7d•$38 - $57

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides nursing care in Labor and Delivery/Mother Baby, using the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care. The nurse engages patients and families throughout the continuum of care, monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes. The role promotes a culture of safety and continuously evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes. The nurse may administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to clinical protocols; delegates appropriately to nursing and support staff; and maintains accurate, timely electronic health record documentation. The role requires effective communication, feedback, conflict resolution, ethical decision-making, respect for interdisciplinary roles, and adherence to the ANA Code of Ethics. The nurse participates in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives; pursues professional development; completes required education; and maintains certifications. Floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities in the designated service area may be required. The nurse must provide age-appropriate care and understand growth and development across the lifespan, assessing and interpreting patient information to identify age-specific needs and provide care in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. The role is part-time, 24 hours per week, with a 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. schedule and rotating weekends.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
Typically one year of experience in clinical nursing.
Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Proficiency operating computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds while handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
Ability to push and pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, with fine hand-manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
Ability to perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence care outcomes.
Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, make ethical decisions, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
Maintain accurate, timely electronic health record documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required to meet patient care needs.
Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.