Antepartum / Postpartum RN Part Time 7p-7:30a

Schedule

Part-time night shift. 48 hours bi-weekly (two shifts each week), 1900–0730. Holiday rotation, weekend, and on-call requirements.

About the Role

Family Center is a 27-bed unit specializing in couplet care, newborn assessment services, and antepartum patient services. The RN independently provides patient care using the nursing process and performs leadership and teaching duties necessary to support effective patient care. Supports and participates in continuous quality improvement activities. Functions within the limits of State and Federal licensing, regulatory bodies, and hospital policies.

Responsibilities

• Assess the biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care, educational, and discharge planning needs of patients according to nursing standards.
• Use knowledge and experience to identify patient needs and prioritize treatment.
• Recognize, accurately document, and communicate subtle changes in patient assessment.
• Provide initial assessments and reassessments according to current organizational and department standards for Assessment of Patients and Nursing Assessment, and document according to policy.
• Anticipate potential changes in the patient's condition and respond appropriately.
• Anticipate needs based on assessment findings and the proposed procedure or course of care.
• Ensure an effective plan of care for assigned patients based on the standards for planning and providing care.
• Initiate individualized plans of care using nursing diagnosis based on identified patient needs, including all available resources (e.g., family, caregivers, other disciplines, and community agencies).
• Efficiently organize and prioritize patient care and seek assistance when necessary to meet the needs of individual patients.
• Actively participate in the development of standards of care according to departmental, organizational, professional, or regulatory standards.
• Implement the plan of care in compliance with hospital and nursing policies and in accordance with all appropriate standards.
• Completely and accurately implement and document nursing interventions and patient responses.
• Communicate pertinent information to patients and members of the health care team in a concise and timely manner using an interdisciplinary approach.
• Ensure the patient/family is updated regarding patient status and any changes in the patient or plan of care as they evolve.
• Demonstrate flexibility in giving and receiving patient assignments on the department and hospital-wide based on skill mix of available staff and patient care demands.
• Evaluate nursing care, including tools and equipment related to patient care.
• Review, evaluate, and document effectiveness of interventions, making modifications as needed to the plan of care.
• Evaluate new and existing equipment, policies, procedures, and programs.
• Anticipate the patient's response to interventions and collaborate with the patient/family and health care team to revise the treatment plan accordingly.
• Identify variances from expected outcomes and make appropriate recommendations.
• Provide patient/family education:
  • Assess patient/family for current knowledge of health status, condition, or disease process; barriers to learning; and readiness, willingness, and ability to learn.
  • Assess cultural, religious, financial, and patient preference implications related to learning.
  • Identify learning needs and establish goals using standardized or individualized teaching plans.
  • Implement the plan through direct, interactive teaching with additional use of teaching aids and materials as appropriate.
  • Evaluate effectiveness of teaching.
  • Communicate patient/family progress toward learning goals and need for follow-up to other nurses and health care disciplines.
  • Integrate discharge planning and referral into the teaching process.
  • Document teaching per policy.
  • Independently offer support to less experienced staff to aid in patient/family teaching.
• Demonstrate professional expectations as evidenced by:
  • Incorporating suggestions for self-development and/or performance into daily practice.
  • Meeting all requirements of clinical ladder level.
  • Actively engaging in department efforts to promote retention of staff and provide for a high level of employee morale.
• Utilize supplies, equipment, and technology to ensure quality of patient care.
• Float to other nursing units in the hospital as requested.
• Demonstrate leadership/accountability qualities:
  • Consistently utilize a communication style that sets department tone for positive professional behavior.
  • Promote meaningful focused communication between all members of the healthcare team as appropriate.
  • Encourage professional interactions between ancillary healthcare givers, including physicians.
  • Demonstrate effective delegation skills as they pertain to nursing staff in the delivery of safe nursing care and communication to peers.
  • Demonstrate effective precepting and mentoring skills for RNs and ancillary staff.
  • Adhere to program policies and participate in effective department orientation.
• Demonstrate accountability for the following, which includes but is not limited to:
  • Reviewing Quality Assurance report/data for accuracy and completeness according to departmental standards.
  • Contributing to the evaluation/auditing process for CNAs, Technicians, and peers, etc.
• Complete all Hospital-wide and Department-specific competencies.

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required

• Eligible for or currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland or a compact state.
• Associate's degree in Nursing required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred or willing to obtain within 5 years of employment.
• BLS certification required.
• NRP certification required upon hire or within 90 days of employment.
• C-EFM certification required upon hire or within 1 year of employment.

Physical Demands

Medium-Heavy Work — Lifting up to 100 pounds on an infrequent basis (less than one lift every three minutes) and/or carrying up to 50 pounds while walking. Pushing or pulling up to 115 pounds infrequently or greater than 115 pounds occasionally (no more than once per hour).

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week, with multiple plans available to best meet you and your family's needs.
• Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement, and Long-Term Disability are employer paid for eligible employees.
• Robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees.
• 403B retirement plan with an employer match for eligible employees.
• Free financial planning sessions for all employees.
• Educational assistance program to support your education goals.
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. If the position is part-time, salary will be pro-rated based on scheduled hours. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on specialty if applicable. Non-Exempt positions may have shift differential and/or Overtime paid, if applicable. Pay range: $36.07 - $55.17.

Licenses & Certifications Required

• CPR/BLS
• Registered Nurse