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

What You Will Do

The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who performs patient assessment, develops, implements and evaluates effectiveness of an interdisciplinary plan of care for patient populations with various diagnoses. Maintains professional standards of conduct and ethics as outlined in department expectations and professional organizations. Provides education to patients, families, caregivers and other health professionals. Assists in the supervision of other staff members, students and volunteers, as appropriate. Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to patients'/caregivers' rights, as identified within the institution.

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

The position characteristics reflect the most important duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job in a fully competent manner. They should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. The characteristics of the position and standards of performance may be changed by TCMC with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Patient Care

• Cookout 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 monitoring and evaluation of patient interventional responses ensuring swift follow-up as needed.
• Act as patient advocate and protect patient dignity and confidentiality.
• Evaluate effectiveness of care provided by all health care team members, including oneself, and contribution of systems and environment in progressing patients toward desired outcomes.
• Provide education to patients and families about medical conditions, medications, and lifestyle modifications.
• 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.