RN Mother Baby Nights

Community Health Systems•Statesboro, GA

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN coordinates and delivers high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support effective care and desired outcomes in a compassionate environment for patients and families. For the Obstetrics/Labor and Delivery/Post Partum/Nursery RN specialty, responsibilities include educating patients about pregnancy and prenatal care; supporting labor and delivery; monitoring fetal well-being and interpreting fetal heart rate patterns; assessing mothers’ recovery and newborn health; and providing education on postpartum care, breastfeeding, newborn care, reproductive health, and family planning. The RN also assists with pain management and gynecological examinations and procedures. The position includes maintaining accurate medical records, following infection-control and patient-safety standards, responding to emergencies, operating medical equipment as needed, and participating in professional development and performance-improvement activities. The posting advertises up to a $20,000 sign-on bonus and up to $20,000 in student loan contributions, along with a compensation package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401K, holiday pay, vacation pay, and sick pay.

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.
Refer to facility or unit-specific guidelines for additional requirements.

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 and support their participation in care planning and delivery.
Educate patients and families about medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
Follow infection-control protocols and promote patient safety, including adherence to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
Monitor and operate medical equipment as needed for patient care and safety.
Participate in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks.
Make care-planning and delegation decisions based on patient needs and organizational policies.
Document patient care and education promptly and thoroughly in the medical record.
Maintain clinical competency through professional development and participate in performance-improvement initiatives.
Educate patients about pregnancy, prenatal screenings, labor and delivery, postpartum care, breastfeeding, newborn care, reproductive health, contraception, and family planning.
Assess and monitor mothers’ physical recovery, including vital signs, postpartum hemorrhage, and potential complications.
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, interpret fetal heart rate patterns, administer medications, and provide pain relief.
Monitor mothers and newborns after delivery, assess their well-being, and provide postpartum and newborn-care education.
Assess newborn health, take vital signs, perform routine assessments, and educate parents on newborn care.
Assist with gynecological examinations and procedures.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance, comply with policies and standards, and perform other duties as assigned.