Registered Nurse Mother/Baby Nights

Community Health Systems • Statesboro, GA

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The role coordinates and delivers high-quality care according to established clinical protocols and physician or provider orders, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support effective care and desired outcomes in a compassionate environment for patients and families.

For the Mother/Baby and related obstetrics, labor and delivery, postpartum, and nursery services, the RN educates patients about pregnancy and prenatal care; monitors maternal recovery and newborn health; supports labor and delivery, pain management, and fetal monitoring; and provides postpartum, breastfeeding, newborn-care, and reproductive-health education. The RN also performs the duties and maintains the qualifications applicable to the assigned facility or unit.

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 conduct thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
• Proficiency in medication administration 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).
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support).
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
• Assess patients, 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 in care planning and delivery.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
• Follow infection-control protocols and promote a clean, safe environment in accordance with National Patient Safety Goals.
• Operate and monitor medical equipment as needed for patient care and safety.
• Participate in audits, chart reviews, compliance checks, and performance-improvement initiatives.
• Make responsible decisions 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.
• Educate patients about pregnancy, provide prenatal screenings, and prepare patients for labor and delivery.
• Monitor maternal physical recovery, including vital signs, postpartum hemorrhage, and possible complications.
• Assist with epidurals and other labor pain-management techniques; administer medications and support labor induction as prescribed.
• Assist during labor and delivery, monitor fetal well-being, interpret fetal heart rate patterns, and provide medications and pain relief.
• Monitor mothers and newborns after delivery, assess their well-being, and provide postpartum-care and breastfeeding education.
• Assess newborn health, perform routine assessments, and educate parents about newborn care.
• Assist with gynecological exams and procedures and educate patients about reproductive health, contraception, prenatal care, family planning, fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with all policies and standards; perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to $20,000 sign-on bonus.
• Up to $20,000 in student loan contributions.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Holiday pay.
• Vacation pay.
• Sick pay.

What This Job Offers

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