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

Advocate Health•Lincolnton, NC

7d•$38 - $57

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides nursing care in the Labor and Delivery/Mother Baby department. The role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care. The nurse monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, collaborates with the care team, and responds to changes in patient or unit conditions. Care must be appropriate to patients’ age-specific needs and consistent with department policies and procedures. The nurse contributes to unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives; promotes safety and evidence-based practice; and evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes. The role includes safe medication, treatment, and therapy administration as applicable; communication, feedback, conflict resolution, and delegation; accurate and timely EHR documentation; and ongoing professional development. The nurse follows the ANA Code of Ethics and supports coordinated, unbiased interdisciplinary care. The nurse may be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. This is a full-time position scheduled 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., with 36 hours per week. The listed pay range is $38.20–$57.30. The position requires graduation from a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program, BLS, and an active RN license or compact privilege for the state(s) where services are provided. Typically, one year of clinical nursing experience is required. A BSN is preferred. The work involves frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching, and twisting. The nurse must be able to lift and support 35 pounds, push or pull with 30 pounds of force, and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present. The role also requires functional speech, vision, hearing, touch, fine hand manipulation, and use of foot pedals. Physical safety interventions may be needed. Exposure to hazardous waste, chemicals, blood, body fluids, and communicable disease may occur; protective equipment must be worn as necessary. Physical Abilities Testing may be required.

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 providing 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 with computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including frequent movement, 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.
Ability to perform fine hand manipulation for IV insertion and other procedures, maneuver foot pedals, and perform physical safety interventions such as restraint and verbal de-escalation when needed.
Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, or communicable disease.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).
Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.

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 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 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, collaborate with the team, and delegate appropriately.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Follow 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 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 department policies and procedures.
Respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.

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.
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate’s job.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Programs that invest in career development.