Registered Nurse RN Postpartum

Primary City/State: Phoenix, Arizona Department Name: WIS-Post Partum-Hosp Work Shift: Night Job Category: Nursing Good health care is key to a good life. At Banner Health, we understand that, and that’s why we work hard every day to make a difference in people’s lives. We’ve united under a common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. It’s a lofty goal, but it’s one we’re committed to seeing through. Do you like the idea of making a positive change in people’s lives – and your own? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Apply now! Banner Estrella Medical Center, a magnet designated hospital, is located near Loop 101 and Thomas Road in West Phoenix, proudly serves the West Valley, spanning over 15 zip codes. In joining our team, you will be part of a closely-knit Women and Infant’s Department that continually delivers outstanding, safe, and high-quality care to our mothers, their family, and our littlest patients. Our 36‑bed Postpartum unit provides compassionate care for mother and baby during their inpatient stay. This department collaborates with many professional disciplines to ensure safe effective patient care to achieve our excellent patient outcomes. Our Postpartum nurses educate and assist new mothers with physical and emotional needs during the postpartum period. Our unit has made contributions towards the nursing profession by sharing our knowledge, findings, and expertise through many avenues such as national nursing conferences. This is a full‑time NIGHT shift position 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM. You will have the opportunity to utilize our self‑scheduling tool for shift and weekend coverage. Enjoy an 18% night shift differential and a flat rate of $3 per hour weekend shift differential. Your pay and benefits are important components of your Journey at Banner Health. Banner Health offers a variety of benefit plans to help you and your family. We provide health and financial security options so you can focus on being the best at what you do and enjoying your life. If you are a New Graduate Nurse with less than 12 months of experience, please visit the main job search page and use the keyword RN New Grad to search for openings. Banner Estrella Medical Center is a 353‑bed acute care hospital providing a full range of health care services to the fast‑growing communities of West Phoenix. Opened in 2005, the facility is innovative, fully electronic, featuring electronic medical records, computerized physician order entry, digital radiography, sophisticated ICU monitoring and more. It has been named one of the “ten most innovative hospitals in the country” by Newsweek Magazine and is recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Phoenix’s Best Hospitals. The hospital is designed to provide a soothing, healing atmosphere for both patients and their family members. We encourage the use of therapies such as pet therapy, aromatherapy, spiritual care and Reiki Therapy.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and professional nursing practice standards. It is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others under their direction, utilizing specialized knowledge, judgment and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the patient’s physical and developmental age.

CORE FUNCTIONS

Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and ensures completion within appropriate timeframe. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment and reassessments according to patient need and as outlined in policy. Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient/family and health team input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient‑specific needs, assessment data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are realistic, measurable and developed in conjunction with the patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age‑specific and educational needs of the patient. Plans care in collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient’s status. Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the health care team. Provides care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. Delegates appropriately and provides nursing supervision in the provision of care to patients by other licensed nurses and personnel. Promotes continuity of care by accurately communicating the status of patients to other caregivers. Evaluates the patient’s and family’s response to care and teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed. Evaluates patient progress toward goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with other health care team members. Evaluates patient response and the effectiveness of patient teaching. Documents assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record. Documentation is legible, timely and in accordance with policy, reflecting objective/subjective data, nursing interventions and patient’s response to treatment. Provides care based on the best evidence available and may participate in research activities within clinical practice. Participates in unit or facility shared leadership. Interacts and participates in the education, role development, and orientation of facility personnel, patients, students, families and visitors. Promotes support for growth of others through precepting and mentoring when appropriate. Contributes to society through activities that lead to excellent patient outcomes through timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and safe care. Actively participates in the improvement of national nursing quality indicators and outcomes. Activities may include participation in professional organizations. In some roles, this position may supervise staff and work flow of the department. Interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients, families and external contacts such as employees of other health care institutions, community providers and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient. Also works with clergy to provide spiritual support. Synthesizes and prioritizes data from multiple sources to provide support for the human response of the patient and family to changes in health status.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess a current, valid RN license in the state of practice, temporary/interim RN license, or compact RN licensure for the current state of practice. BLS certification is required. Additional certification or continuing education may be required based on area of practice. Experience in the clinical area for which the application is made is desired. Must maintain clinical performance competencies appropriate to the area, demonstrated through annual validations. Banner Registry and Travel acute care positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as a Registered Nurse in the specialty area. In a Home Health setting, team members must be able to operate a personal vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license, including active auto insurance. Employees working in certain Banner Behavioral Health clinical settings must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card and a signed Arizona Criminal History Affidavit at the time of hire and maintain them for the duration of employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree preferred. Professional certification preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred. EEO Statement EEO/Disabled/Veterans Our organization supports a drug‑free work environment. Privacy Policy Privacy Policy #J-18808-Ljbffr bannerhealth