Registered Nurse (RN) - Obstetrics/Snuggery
About The Position
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive nursing care to an assigned group of patients within the scope of the New York State Nurse Practice Act. In the Obstetrics/Snuggery role, the nurse provides compassionate, family-centered care across labor, delivery, postpartum recovery, and newborn care. Private Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum rooms allow families to remain together throughout the birth experience, with support from an experienced obstetrical team, dedicated obstetrical operating rooms, and a Special Care Nursery. The RN is accountable for organizing, managing, and delivering patient care, coordinating with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members, and supporting safe transitions of care. Glens Falls Hospital is a Magnet-designated organization recognized for nursing excellence and was recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a 2026 High Performing Hospital for Maternity Care.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Registered Professional Nursing Program.
- Active, unrestricted New York State RN license.
- Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or obtain it at time of hire.
- Excellent clinical judgment, rapid problem-solving abilities, and ability to remain calm and effective during medical emergencies.
- Ability to recognize patient care problems and respond appropriately in patient care emergencies.
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with nursing personnel, patients, and physicians.
- Ability to complete basic mathematical calculations.
- Strong working knowledge of standard healthcare reporting and quality measures.
- ACLS certification before completion of clinical orientation if assigned to Snuggery; other listed units also have this requirement.
- Maintain applicable unit-specific certifications throughout employment.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred.
- For associate-degree hires, completion of a BSN within five years is required; RNs with 20 or more years of experience may substitute an advanced certification for the BSN requirement.
- CIT/de-escalation training in hospital-approved verbal crisis intervention techniques is required upon hire or orientation for Behavioral Health, Emergency Department, and Crisis Services units.
- PALS certification before completion of clinical orientation if assigned to Emergency Department or PACU.
- Stroke Certification Education upon hire and annually if assigned to Emergency Department, Critical Care, or Tower 6 Telemetry/Neuroscience Unit.
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality, patient-centered nursing care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of individualized care plans.
- Coordinate care with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members to promote positive clinical outcomes and seamless transitions of care.
- Monitor patient conditions, implement appropriate interventions, and adjust care plans based on changing needs and treatment goals.
- Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, self-care, and discharge instructions.
- Use electronic health record systems to document care accurately and maintain compliance with organizational standards.
- Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, communicate effectively with team members, and ensure safe patient handoffs.
- Delegate and supervise nursing support staff appropriately while maintaining accountability for patient care delivery.
- Participate in unit and organizational initiatives that support safety, teamwork, quality improvement, and professional excellence.
- Provide care for patients throughout labor, delivery, postpartum recovery, and newborn care.
Benefits
- Competitive signing incentives may be available, with eligibility determined at the time of offer.
- Shift differentials apply to evening and overnight hours.
- Cash bonuses for achieving specialty clinical certifications.
- Structured clinical ladder advancement paths.
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education funding.
- Dedicated mentorship programs.
- Competitive benefits offerings are available to eligible active full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
