RN Nursery Nights

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Laredo, TX

17h

About The Position

Laredo Medical Center is hiring a Registered Nurse for its nursery. The RN provides patient-centered care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, coordinating and delivering care in accordance with clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The nurse collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support effective care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a compassionate environment for patients and families. The role includes general nursing responsibilities as well as obstetrics, labor and delivery, postpartum, and nursery duties. These include assessing and monitoring mothers and newborns, supporting labor and delivery, providing education on pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum care, breastfeeding, and newborn care, and interpreting fetal heart rate patterns using electronic fetal monitoring. The position requires regular and reliable attendance and compliance with organizational policies and standards. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship; applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

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.
BCLS—Basic Life Support 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.
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

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.
Assess patients and document findings accurately, reporting 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 such as 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 and follow infection control protocols.
Monitor and operate medical equipment, such as IV pumps, monitors, and ventilators, as needed.
Promote patient safety by following National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
Participate in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks.
Make responsible decisions when planning, delegating, and providing care.
Document patient care and education promptly and thoroughly in the medical record.
Engage in professional development to maintain clinical competency and current nursing knowledge.
Participate in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development.
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 educate 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.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with all policies and standards.