Fetal Monitoring Nurse

About the role

The Fetal Monitoring RN provides continuous tele-nursing care in the Birthing Center to detect and prevent abnormal fetal heart rate patterns, aiming to reduce fetal and neonatal morbidity and mortality. Responsibilities include patient advocacy, evidence-based care, clinical decision support, and effective telecommunication.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous tele-nursing care to monitor fetal heart rate patterns
• Detect and prevent abnormal fetal heart rate patterns
• Advocate for patients in the Birthing Center
• Deliver evidence-based care and clinical decision support
• Utilize effective telecommunication in care delivery

Requirements

• Active RN licensure
• AHA BLS certification
• ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience
• Certification in Electronic Fetal Monitoring (C-EFM) (required within a specified timeframe)
• AWHONN Fetal Monitoring certification (required within a specified timeframe)
• Instructor certification (required within a specified timeframe)

Skills

• Critical thinking and clinical decision-making
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational abilities
• Technical proficiency in fetal monitoring equipment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team
• Proactive and compassionate patient care

Schedule

Three 12-hour shifts per week, including weekends and holidays.

Physical Demands

• Lifting and physical exertion
• Prolonged standing
• Exposure to workplace hazards