PRN RN Birthplace

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Fort Wayne, IN

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN coordinates and delivers high-quality care according to clinical protocols and provider orders, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support effective outcomes in a compassionate environment for patients and families. This PRN position serves a 20-bed Level 2 Birthplace covering Labor and Delivery, postpartum, and the newborn nursery. The role includes caring for obstetric patients and newborns, supporting labor and delivery, monitoring maternal and newborn health, and providing education to patients and families.

Requirements

1–2 years of current OB experience as an RN.
State RN licensure and/or compact state licensure.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification.
Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
Proficiency in medication administration and monitoring for side effects.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality-improvement initiatives.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) certification.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and deliver patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
Conduct patient assessments, document findings, and report changes in condition to appropriate care team members.
Provide age-appropriate care and education using knowledge of human growth and development.
Administer prescribed medications, monitor for side effects, and document administration.
Assist physicians with procedures within documented competency and skill level.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
Respond to medical emergencies and participate in life-saving interventions such as CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
Advocate for patients’ rights and needs in care planning and delivery.
Educate patients and families about medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
Follow infection-control protocols and promote patient safety in accordance with National Patient Safety Goals.
Monitor and operate medical equipment, including IV pumps, monitors, and ventilators, as needed for patient care and safety.
Participate in audits, chart reviews, compliance checks, and performance-improvement initiatives.
Make responsible decisions about planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
Document patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
Engage in professional development to maintain clinical competency and knowledge of current nursing standards and regulations.
Educate pregnant patients, provide prenatal screenings, and prepare patients for labor and delivery.
Assess maternal recovery, including vital signs, postpartum hemorrhage, and potential complications such as postpartum depression.
Assist with epidurals and other labor pain-management techniques; administer pain medication, induce labor, and manage other medications during labor and delivery.
Assist with labor and delivery, monitor fetal well-being, and provide medication and pain relief as appropriate.
Monitor mothers and newborns after delivery and provide postpartum and breastfeeding education.
Assess newborn health, take vital signs, perform routine assessments, and educate parents on newborn care.
Assist with gynecological exams and procedures and provide reproductive health, contraception, prenatal care, family planning, fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum education.
Interpret fetal heart rate patterns and assess fetal well-being using electronic fetal monitoring.