RN - Defiance Regional Hospital - Obstetrics

ProMedica•Defiance, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) is part of ProMedica’s patient care team, providing patient-centered care with sensitivity and respect for diverse experiences. The RN coordinates each patient’s plan of care and communicates with patients, families, and the health care team through open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making. The role includes assessing patients, formulating nursing diagnoses, planning and implementing care, and evaluating the effectiveness of care plans. The RN collaborates with fellow nurses and support staff to achieve patient care goals and contribute to improved patient care, the work environment, and patient and staff satisfaction. This position is in the Obstetrics LDRP department at Defiance Regional Hospital and is part-time, working nights for 24 hours per week. The summary describes the general nature of the work and is not exhaustive.

Requirements

Current state license as a Registered Nurse.
Current CPR training.
Specialty certifications as required by individual nursing units.
For Ohio RNs, complete 24 contact hours of continuing education during each licensure period, including at least 1 contact hour related to Chapter 4723 of the Ohio nurse practice code and rules.
Maintain BCLS and other certifications required by the job, such as ACLS.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in nursing.

Responsibilities

Provide care appropriate to the ages of patients served, in accordance with departmental standards.
Coordinate patients’ plans of care through effective shift-to-shift communication.
Use appropriate techniques to control and prevent infections.
Employ critical thinking and sound judgment in all aspects of care.
Initiate emergency care as necessary.
Address patient and family education needs, considering comprehension, learning style, and discharge needs.
Follow the proper chain of command when issues or problems arise and demonstrate appropriate follow-through.
Maintain professionalism and patient confidentiality.
Demonstrate sound clinical skills and judgment.
Critique daily practice for errors and pursue corrective action.