RN FT Nursery Nights

Community Health Systems•Longview, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Longview Regional Medical Center is hiring a Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered, high-quality care using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN coordinates and delivers care according to established clinical protocols, organizational policies, and physician/provider orders, and collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support effective care and desired patient outcomes. The role is in the Nursery and is described as a full-time night position. The RN performs patient assessments, documents findings and care, administers medications, assists physicians with procedures within documented competency, and develops and evaluates individualized care plans with the healthcare team. The nurse supports patients and families through education and advocacy, responds to emergencies as appropriate, follows infection-control and patient-safety standards, operates medical equipment as needed, and participates in audits, performance improvement, and professional development. For obstetrics, labor and delivery, postpartum, and nursery care, duties include assessing and monitoring mothers and newborns, providing education on pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum recovery, breastfeeding, and newborn care, supporting labor and delivery, administering or assisting with medications and pain management, and interpreting fetal heart rate patterns. Other duties may be assigned. Regular and reliable attendance and compliance with policies and standards are required. Longview Regional Medical Center is a 224-bed community healthcare facility with 185 active physicians. The position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship; applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

Requirements

0–2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting.
Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
Proficiency in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality-improvement initiatives.
RN—Registered Nurse state licensure and/or compact state licensure required.
BCLS—Basic Life Support required.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer; immigration sponsorship is not available now or in the future.
Refer to facility or unit-specific guidelines for additional requirements.

Nice To Haves

ACLS—Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.
PALS—Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred.
NRP—Neonatal Resuscitation preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
Conduct patient assessments, document findings accurately, 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 during 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, including CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
Advocate for patients’ rights and needs and include their voices in care planning and delivery.
Educate patients and families about conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
Follow infection-control protocols and promote patient safety, including adherence to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
Monitor and operate medical equipment, such as IV pumps, monitors, and ventilators, as needed.
Participate in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks.
Make responsible decisions when planning and delegating care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
Document patient care and education promptly and thoroughly in the medical record.
Engage in professional development to maintain clinical competency and knowledge of current standards and regulations.
Participate in performance-improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development.
Educate patients about pregnancy, provide prenatal screenings, and prepare patients for labor and delivery.
Assess and monitor new mothers’ physical 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 medication needs during labor and delivery.
Assist during labor and delivery, monitor fetal well-being, administer medications, and provide pain relief.
Monitor mothers and newborns after delivery and provide education on postpartum care and breastfeeding.
Assess newborn health, take vital signs, perform routine assessments, and educate parents on newborn care.
Assist with gynecological exams and procedures and provide education on reproductive health, contraception, prenatal care, family planning, fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care.
Interpret fetal heart rate patterns and assess fetal well-being using electronic fetal monitoring.
Perform other duties as assigned; maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with policies and standards.

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Student Loan Repayment Program
Paid time off for vacations, holidays, and illness
Health insurance, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Opportunities for career advancement
Employee recognition programs
Education assistance