RN Labor and Delivery PRN

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Lufkin, TX

14h

About The Position

Woodland Heights Medical Center is seeking a PRN Registered Nurse for Labor and Delivery. The RN provides patient-centered care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, coordinating and delivering high-quality care according to clinical protocols and provider orders. The nurse collaborates with physicians and other healthcare professionals to support effective care and desired outcomes in a compassionate environment for patients and families. In the Obstetrics/Labor and Delivery/Postpartum/Nursery setting, the RN educates patients about pregnancy, performs prenatal screenings, and prepares patients for labor and delivery. The nurse assists with labor, delivery, epidurals, and other pain-management techniques; monitors fetal well-being and interprets fetal heart rate patterns; administers medications and manages labor-related medication needs; and monitors mothers and newborns following delivery. Responsibilities also include assessing postpartum recovery and newborn health, providing education about postpartum care, breastfeeding, newborn care, reproductive health, and family planning, and assisting with gynecological exams and procedures. Woodland Heights Medical Center is a 149-bed community healthcare provider offering inpatient and outpatient services. It has more than 200 healthcare professionals and is Joint Commission accredited. The organization identifies its values as Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Service, and its mission is to lead in service excellence and quality. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer; the position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

0–2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required.
RN (Registered Nurse) state licensure and/or compact state licensure required.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) required.
Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
Proficiency in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality-improvement initiatives.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer; immigration sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred.
Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
Conduct patient assessments, document findings, and report changes in condition to appropriate care team members.
Provide age-appropriate care and education based on 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 medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
Implement infection-control protocols and promote patient safety in accordance with National Patient Safety Goals.
Monitor and operate medical equipment, such as IV pumps, monitors, and ventilators, as needed.
Participate in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks.
Make responsible decisions when planning, delegating, and providing care.
Document patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
Maintain clinical competency and knowledge of current nursing standards and regulations through professional development.
Participate in performance-improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development.
Educate patients about pregnancy, perform prenatal screenings, and prepare patients for labor and delivery.
Assess postpartum recovery, including vital signs, postpartum hemorrhage, and potential complications such as postpartum depression.
Assist with epidurals and other labor pain-management techniques; administer pain medication, induce labor, and manage other medication needs during labor and delivery.
Assist during labor and delivery, monitor fetal well-being, administer medications, and provide pain relief.
Monitor mothers and newborns after delivery and educate patients on postpartum care and breastfeeding.
Assess newborn health, perform routine assessments, and educate parents on newborn care.
Assist with gynecological exams and procedures, and educate patients on reproductive health, contraception, and prenatal care.
Educate patients about family planning, fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care.
Interpret fetal heart rate patterns and assess fetal well-being using electronic fetal monitoring.
Perform other duties as assigned; maintain regular and reliable attendance; and comply with all policies and standards.