RN Mother-Baby Night

Community Health Systems•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

The Registered Nurse works full-time nights on the Mother/Baby Couplet team at Northwest Medical Center’s Women’s Center, a postpartum and well-newborn unit caring for mothers and infants as couplets. The role involves working throughout the Women’s Center to build nursing skills across obstetric and newborn care. The RN provides patient-centered care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, following clinical protocols and provider orders. The RN collaborates with the care team to support high-quality outcomes and a compassionate environment for patients and families. The position includes monitoring maternal recovery and newborn health, providing postpartum and newborn education, and supporting breastfeeding. It also includes broader obstetric, labor and delivery, postpartum, and nursery nursing duties as assigned. Northwest Medical Center describes the position as offering opportunities for professional growth and participation in evidence-based care and a unit-based council.

Requirements

One to two years of experience in a clinical nursing role in an acute care setting.
Registered Nurse state licensure and/or compact state licensure.
Basic Life Support certification.
Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
Ability to conduct 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.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification.
Neonatal Resuscitation certification.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care according to organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
Assess patients, document findings accurately, and report changes in condition to appropriate care team members.
Use knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
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 involvement in care planning and delivery.
Educate patients and families about conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
Follow infection control protocols and promote patient safety, including adherence to National Patient Safety Goals.
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 about planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
Document patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
Engage in professional development to maintain clinical competency and knowledge of current nursing standards and regulations.
Educate patients about pregnancy, provide prenatal screenings, and prepare patients for labor and delivery.
Monitor maternal recovery, 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.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with all policies and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.