RN- OB
About The Position
San Luis Valley Health is seeking Registered Nurses to join its OB Department. The RN provides nursing care to patients in the unit, triages and assesses patient needs to ensure appropriate care and nursing standards, initiates nursing treatments, and reports patient symptoms and conditions to medical staff. The role also includes assisting with invasive procedures, administering medications, documenting care, and supporting other members of the care team. The RN plans, implements, and evaluates care in accordance with accepted nursing and hospital standards; attends to patient comfort and safety; observes and records significant conditions and reactions; notifies physicians of patient status, responses to drugs and treatments, and significant incidents; follows nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols; and documents nursing history and physical assessments for assigned patients.
Requirements
- At minimum, an associate degree in nursing.
- Current active Colorado Registered Nurse license.
- Current AHA and BLS certification, required upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- OB nurses may require certifications such as ACLS or PALS.
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care to patients in the OB unit and triage and assess their needs.
- Assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating care according to accepted nursing and hospital standards.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments using approved nursing techniques.
- Maintain awareness of patients' comfort and safety needs.
- Observe patients, record significant conditions and reactions, and notify physicians of patient conditions, reactions to drugs or treatments, and significant incidents.
- Respond to situations in accordance with nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Document nursing history and physical assessments for assigned patients.
- Assist with invasive procedures and other staff members on the team.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans with low-cost copays and deductibles.
- Paid time off and sick leave, with accruals beginning on the first day.
- Retirement plans available from day one, with up to a 5% employer match after one year of employment.
- Free life and disability insurance for full-time employees, with the option to purchase additional coverage.
- Voluntary benefits, including identity theft protection and medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
- Free onsite 24-hour employee health center.
- Discounts at local fitness and recreational centers.
- Education program benefits.
- Opportunities to volunteer with the SLV Health Foundation and community-sponsored events.
- Discounts on cell-phone plans, ski and snowboard lift tickets, Dell computers, local pools, and Adams State University functions.
- Employee support services for employees and family members, including up to four free counseling sessions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
