Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery - Tri-City Medical Center - Day Shift - Full-time 0.9

Overview

At Sharp, being a nurse means transforming the health care experience for your patients, for your colleagues and for yourself. In a collaborative environment with state-of-the-art facilities and advanced clinical practices, we encourage you to follow your passions wherever they take you.

Success Profile

• Innovative
• Collaborative
• Resourceful
• Advocate
• Person-centered
• Critical Thinker

Job Details

Hospital: Tri-City Medical Center
Shift: Day
Status: Full-time 0.9

Required Qualifications

• Experienced Labor & Delivery RN: Six (6) months of experience as a Registered Nurse in a Labor & Delivery Unit, required
• California Registered Nurse (RN) - CA Board of Registered Nursing -REQUIRED
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED
• ACLS Certification (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - Various-Employee provides certificate -REQUIRED
• Current STABLE certification, preferred.
• Current Intermediate or Advanced Fetal Monitoring Certification (AWHONN or other approved course), required.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate the interprofessional health care team to deliver safe, efficient, patient-centered, timely and equitable care.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify patient-specific needs.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Maintain professional standards of conduct and ethics as outlined in department expectations and professional organizations.
• Provide education to patients, families, caregivers and other health professionals.
• Assists in the supervision of other staff members, students and volunteers, as appropriate.
• Evaluates effectiveness of care provided by all health care team members, including oneself, and contribution of systems and environment in progressing patients toward desired outcomes.
• Advocate for evidence-based practices in Labor and Delivery care.

Safety and Compliance

• Maintain a safe, clean working environment, adhering to infection control and hospital policies.
• Maintain strict adherence to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
• Comply with hospital and regulatory standards, including The Joint Commission and OSHA guidelines.
• Adhere to facility policies to ensure safe care. Identify and report safety concerns; demonstrate willingness to address pervasive systemic issues.

Documentation

• Accurately document care measures, Interventions, patient progress, and any incidents in the electronic medical record (EMR).

Professional Development and Leadership

• Provide mentorship to New Graduate Nurses and students, fostering their professional development.
• Participate in professional development activities, including continuing education, certifications, workshops and quality improvement initiatives.
• Function in various roles within the unit as needed.

Emergency Preparedness

• Act decisively in critical situations, such as cardiac arrest, demonstrating advanced clinical skills and composure under pressure.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental and more
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick leave
• Wellness programs
• Employee assistance program
• Retail plans
• Discount programs, perks and other benefits