RN Part Time Labor and Delivery Nights

Baylor Scott & White Health•Temple, TX

25d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a highly skilled and professional team where career goals and personal fulfillment can happen together. This is a part-time night shift position (7p-7a) in the Labor and Delivery department at Baylor Scott & White Temple, TX. Our department is Magnet recognized and holds a Level IV Maternal Care Designation. We handle an average of 300 births a month and work as a multidisciplinary team to care for all childbirth needs and special procedures. As a teaching hospital, we have residents in the department. This is a fast-paced environment that can be high acuity, with 12 L&D rooms, 5 Antepartum rooms, 3 ORs, and 4 OB ED rooms. We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care and offer a community that is family-friendly, affordable, and has easy commutes.

Requirements

Graduated from an Accredited RN Program.
Specialized field of study should be nursing.
RN license.
Must have BLS certification or get it within 30 days of starting in this role.
1 Year of RN experience in Labor and Delivery Required.
A deep understanding of nursing and patient care standards, as well as procedures.
Knowledge of nursing laws, rules, standards, and guidelines in your area.
Understanding of hospital procedures and rules.
Proficiency in medical terms, focusing on health, disease prevention, management, common meds, and their side effects.
Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights.
Exceptional communication skills, allowing for clear expression of thoughts both verbally and in writing.
Positive social skills to facilitate interactions with a diverse range of parties.
Excellent problem-solving capabilities, driving effective critical thinking.
Basic computer skills, encompassing areas such as Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.

Responsibilities

Oversee patient care using a professional practice model.
Conduct patient assessments, recognizing health issues.
Create and implement care plans, assessing patient responses.
Secure patient travel.
Understand patient needs in healthcare.
Help patients and prevent issues.
Follow the Texas Nursing Practice Act and delegate tasks based on condition and team competencies.
Conduct detailed clinical assessments and prioritize patient and family needs.
Implement and evaluate care plans, adjusting them to reach desired outcomes.
Build relationships, manage discomfort, and maintain professionalism in therapeutic connections with patients and families.
Create care plans reflecting values to aid in resolving issues.
Educate patients, families, nurses, and community members to empower them with knowledge for better healthcare choices.
Assess and document learning needs regularly.
Work with colleagues and the community to create a care plan.
Delegate tasks carefully and follow up promptly.
Use different strategies for problem-solving with patients, families, and staff.
Recognize limitations and prioritize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in patient care planning and delivery.
Achieve goals through teamwork, recognize contributions, and commit to growth.
Contribute to peers' development and show a commitment to community service.