REGISTERED NURSE- OBSTETRIC UNIT (FT 5p-5:30a)

Riverside Healthcare • Kankakee, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Riverside Healthcare is seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to provide care to women in its obstetrics and gynecology department in Kankakee, Illinois. The role includes caring for patients during pregnancy and postpartum, as well as supporting patients with gynecological conditions and procedures. The nurse works collaboratively with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to support patient outcomes and women’s health needs across different stages of life. Flexibility to accept assignments within professional scope, duties, and licensure is required.

The nurse provides prenatal education and assessment, direct care and monitoring during labor and childbirth, postpartum care, newborn and family education, and care related to gynecological procedures and conditions. The position may involve assisting with vaginal and cesarean deliveries, responding to emergencies, and providing support during emotionally challenging situations. Annual education requirements must be maintained.

The job description identifies the position as full-time, with a 5 p.m.–5:30 a.m. shift. The listed pay range is USD $34.52–$50.29 per hour. The physical environment includes frequent contact with blood and body fluids, exposure to disinfectants and other chemicals, and infrequent portable X-rays. Universal precautions and protective clothing are required as appropriate. The role involves extended periods of standing and walking, patient-care activities, lifting and carrying supplies, and occasional pushing and pulling.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Illinois.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required, or willingness to obtain it within six months.
• New graduate RNs starting on or after January 1, 2025, must earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within three years of their start date.
• Ability to accept assignments within professional scope, duties, and licensure.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of RN experience in obstetrics, labor and delivery, or gynecology preferred.
• Experience in acute care or high-risk obstetric units is a plus.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Professional nursing certification in the area of specialty preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient education and support during pregnancy, including routine assessments and prenatal health education.
• Provide direct nursing care after labor and childbirth, monitoring maternal and fetal well-being and taking appropriate action.
• Assist physicians during labor and delivery, including vaginal and cesarean deliveries, and in emergent situations.
• Administer pain management and other medications as needed after labor and delivery.
• Provide postpartum care, monitor for complications such as postpartum hemorrhage, and educate patients about breastfeeding, newborn care, and recovery.
• Educate patients and families about newborn care, postpartum self-care, and family planning.
• Assist with pre-operative and post-operative care for gynecological procedures and surgeries.
• Support patients with gynecological conditions, including abnormal bleeding, endometriosis, and reproductive health concerns.
• Educate and counsel patients about reproductive health, contraceptive options, and preventive care.
• Provide support and guidance during emotionally challenging situations, including pregnancy loss or complications.
• Participate in Code OB, Code Blue, and other emergency protocols as needed.
• Maintain annual education requirements.
• Participate in department meetings, continuing education, and professional development opportunities.
• Assist with unit management tasks, including maintaining cleanliness, restocking supplies, and preparing procedure rooms.
• Mentor or precept new nurses or nursing students.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and hospital outreach programs.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs (for 0.5 to 1.0 FTE).
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits (for 0.5 to 1.0 FTE).
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible healthcare and dependent-care expenses.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Paid Leave Hours accrued as worked (for 0.001 to 0.49 FTE).
• Premium pay, including shift differential and on-call pay.
• Opportunity for annual performance-based increases.
• Employee well-being programs and career development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed