Registered Nurse RN

Registered Nurse (RN) Family Birth CenterRegistered Nurse (RN) Family Birth Center 0.75 - 0.90 FTE, 60 - 72 Hours a Pay Period Nights, Hours between 6:45 pm - 7:15 am Weekends: Every Third Weekend Holidays: Every Third Holiday *Student Loan Assistance Program available for those who qualify *Starting Pay Between $37.42 - $54.62 Based on Education and ExperiencePosition Overview:The Registered Nurse is a health care professional who is skilled in all aspects of the nursing process. They are adaptable to the myriad of needs of the individual and family during health and illness and has the ability to prioritize. The RN is responsible for the direction of staff members assigned to them. The RN is responsible and accountable for the delivery of individualized nursing care to the Obstetrical/Gynecological (OB/GYN) and Medical/Surgical (Med/Surg) populations. The RN has an advanced understanding of the Nursing Practice Process including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the OB/GYN, medical, and surgical patients. They use this understanding while providing direct care including physical, psychological, social, spiritual, and educational needs of the patient and family.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Modifies the care plan based on the needs of the patient, consults with the medical staff about changes in the patient's condition.Acts as a resource to other team members including students.Keeps updated on current nursing practice, medications and legal issues related to patient-based services.Follows the recommended infection control policies when caring for patients. Is constantly vigilant to the safety needs of patients, taking necessary precautions as warranted.Conforms to the Nurse Practice Act. Conducts Medical Screening Exams under the direction of the OB provider.Collects, interprets, and documents in the EMR and communicates appropriately pertinent data that is relevant to the patient's care with other members of the health care team. Reports malfunctioning equipment promptly and removes this from the patient care area to maintain a safe environment.Coordination of newborn care when transitioning to a higher level of nursery care (NICU).Participates in and supports continuous improvement initiatives.May be required to float to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) as necessary.Provides safe and effective care to patients in the Family Birth Center and Med/Surg/Peds, including but not limited to:Fetal monitoring application and interpretationPerforming vaginal examsPre-term monitoringOB checksExternal versionPhototherapyNon-stress/Stress testing of the OB patientPitocin inductionLabor management during all phases of labor and deliveryCare of the patient having a C-SectionMonitoring of the Vaginal Birth After C-Section (VBAC) patientNeonatal resuscitationAssisting with and after care of circumcised infantsNewborn hearing screeningEducation for the prenatal patient or breast-feeding motherCare of the "Little Ones Remembered" patientOxygen delivery to a stressed newbornAnswers patient call lights and addresses patient needsOther duties as assigned.Supervisory Responsibilities:No direct reportsSkills and Experience:Required:Associates or Bachelor's Degree in NursingRN License in MinnesotaBLS CertificationNeonatal Resuscitation certification required within one yearSTABLE Certification required within one yearNon-Violent Crisis Intervention training will be provided with recertification required every two yearsTrauma Training is completed in house and needs to be completed by end of orientationVerbalizes role in public address codesBasic computer skills: Microsoft Word and Outlook. Patient Information Database (Cerner)Preferred:ACLSPrior maternity nursing experience is preferred but not requiredSummary of Benefits at Winona Health:At Winona Health, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive and affordable benefits package for our employees and their families. While benefits may vary based on employment classification and job status, the following key benefits are available:Health Insurance: Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as mental health support and wellness incentivesIncome Protection: Short and long-term disability, plus additional benefits like accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plansRetirement Planning: Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are metWork/Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time to support personal well-beingEducation & Development: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars to foster both personal and professional growthEmployee Discounts: Special offers with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providersFor more details or specific information, visit our website or contact Human ResourcesInternal Applicant Policy:It is the policy of Winona Health to work with employees in an equitable fashion regarding promotions, transfers, and position reclassifications. Any employee wishing to apply for another available position at Winona Health must submit an application for consideration through the internal application portal. Employees requesting to change positions should have successfully completed at least six (6) months in their current position. Employees currently in the formal disciplinary process may be required to meet with the Director of Human Resources to determine eligibility to request transfer. The employee's past performance, experience, training and qualifications will be considered in transfer/hiring decisions. Consideration for transfer or promotion is not a guarantee of transfer or promotion. Employees may be given a chance to interview for a position when they meet the minimum position qualifications.Disclaimer:Winona Health is an equal opportunity employer. Winona Health does not refuse to hire, discharge, or discriminate against a person with respect to tenure, compensation, terms, upgrading, conditions, facilities, or privileges of employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local discrimination commission, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis of discrimination under applicable local, state, or federal law. Winona Health does not tolerate retaliation against any employee, patient/resident, physician, or other individuals pursuing concerns regarding Civil Rights issues. Winona Health adheres to ALL pertinent governmental policies and legislation including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII, as amended, and the Minnesota Human Rights Act.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. 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