RN Labor & Delivery Part time nights

Community Health Systems•Durant, OK

18h

About The Position

AllianceHealth Durant is hiring a part-time Registered Nurse for its Labor and Delivery department. The RN provides patient-centered care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, coordinating and delivering high-quality care in accordance with clinical protocols and provider orders. The role collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support effective care and desired patient outcomes. The nurse cares for obstetric patients, mothers, and newborns before, during, and after delivery. Duties include pregnancy education and prenatal screenings; labor and delivery support; fetal and maternal monitoring; postpartum and newborn assessments; pain and medication management; and education on postpartum care, breastfeeding, newborn care, reproductive health, and family planning. The RN also supports patient safety, infection prevention, documentation, quality improvement, and professional development.

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 perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
Proficiency in administering medications 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.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer; immigration sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

ACLS — Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.
PALS — Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred.
NRP — Neonatal Resuscitation 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 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 medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
Implement infection control protocols and promote patient safety.
Monitor and operate 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 current nursing knowledge.
Educate patients about pregnancy, provide prenatal screenings, and prepare patients for labor and delivery.
Assess and monitor mothers’ physical recovery, including vital signs, postpartum hemorrhage, and potential complications such as postpartum depression.
Assist with epidurals and other pain management techniques during labor.
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, assess their well-being, and provide education on postpartum care and breastfeeding.
Assess newborn health, take vital signs, perform routine assessments, and educate parents on newborn care.
Assist with gynecological exams and procedures and provide education 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 and maintain regular and reliable attendance.