RN Nursery Nights

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Durant, IA

About The Position

AllianceHealth Durant is hiring a full-time Registered Nurse for its Nursery department. The RN provides patient-centered care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, coordinating and delivering high-quality care according to clinical protocols and provider orders. The role collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support effective care and desired outcomes in a compassionate environment for patients and families. Nursery and obstetrics-related duties include assessing newborns and mothers, providing education on newborn and postpartum care and breastfeeding, and monitoring maternal and fetal well-being. The RN also performs broader nursing responsibilities such as administering medications, assisting with procedures, responding to emergencies, documenting care, following infection-control and safety practices, and participating in quality improvement and professional development activities. The position requires regular and reliable attendance and compliance with organizational policies and standards. This 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 required.
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.

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, accurately document findings, and report changes in condition to appropriate care team members.
Use knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
Administer prescribed medications, monitor for side effects, and document administration according to standards of practice.
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 in care planning and delivery.
Educate patients and families about medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
Implement infection-control protocols to prevent healthcare-associated infections.
Monitor and operate medical equipment as needed for patient care and safety.
Promote patient safety by following National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
Participate in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks.
Use responsible decision-making when planning, delegating, and providing care.
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.
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 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, assess their well-being, 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 educate patients on reproductive health, contraception, and prenatal care.
Educate patients about 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 all policies and standards.