RN Labor and Delivery

Trinity Health • Des Moines, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Labor and Delivery Unit, located on the 3rd Floor of the East Tower, is part of MercyOne Children’s Hospital. This unit is equipped with 15 labor and delivery recovery suites, three surgical suites, and four post-anesthesia recovery beds. It offers a variety of birthing methods and pain management options. The role involves providing individualized, high-quality nursing care to patients of all ages, utilizing a team approach for delegation and coordination of patient care. The nurse will independently deliver nursing care in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act, hospital policies, nursing standards, ethical principles, and professional judgment. This position requires working rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

Requirements

• Possession of a current or compact state licensure as a registered nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter – Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certified within six (6) weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, plans, and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfort.
• Practices safe patient handling techniques.
• Continues to evaluate assigned patients and provides ongoing treatment.
• Anticipates, identifies, and responds to educational and emotional needs of patients and families.
• Guides and directs healthcare personnel (i.e. Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients.
• Maintains knowledge of equipment setup, maintenance, and use (i.e. IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices).
• Utilizes safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms whenever available to maximize patient safety.
• Initiates emergency support measures (i.e. cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury).
• Assists with patient care duties/tasks (i.e., emptying drainage devices, ambulating, and hygiene).

What This Job Offers

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