Registered Nurse (RN) - Maternity LDRP

Advocate Health•Matthews, NC

9d•$38 - $57

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) - Maternity LDRP provides nursing care in the Maternity department, using the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care while engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care. The RN monitors patient conditions, updates care plans, coordinates resources, and collaborates with the care team to support patient outcomes. The role promotes safety, evidence-based practice, ethical decision-making, and unbiased integrated care. It also requires accurate and timely EHR documentation, ongoing professional development, and the ability to provide age-appropriate care. The RN may float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area as patient-care needs require. This is a full-time position working three 12-hour shifts per week, from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., with weekend and holiday requirements. The listed pay range is $38.20–$57.30. The role typically requires one year of clinical nursing experience, graduation from a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program, Basic Life Support certification, and an active RN license or compact privilege in the state(s) where services are provided. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred. The work involves frequent physical activity, including sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching, and twisting. The RN must be able to handle patient care and equipment, respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions, and may be exposed to hazardous materials, blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases. Protective equipment must be worn as necessary.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where providing client nursing services.
Typically one year of clinical nursing experience.
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 meet the listed physical requirements, including lifting and supporting 35 pounds, pushing or pulling with 30 pounds of force, and performing 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 and perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary when exposed to chemical or hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, or communicable disease.
Physical Abilities Testing may be required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Engage 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 through 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.
Continuously 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, practice ethical decision-making, 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 EHR 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.

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Competitive compensation and premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, based on position and eligibility.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Career development programs and well-being programs.