Registered Nurse PRN Days - Women's Services (L&D)

Registered Nurse (RN) – Women's ServicesJoin Palestine Regional Medical Center in Palestine, TX, a 150-bed hospital that has recently earned the prestigious Leapfrog "A" Safety Grade, the Platinum Award for quality from parent-company ScionHealth, and certification as a Chest Pain Center and Level IV Trauma facility. Palestine Regional provides a range of comprehensive care, including the latest in diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services, both on an inpatient and outpatient basis. Palestine Regional is an integral part of the local community, giving you the chance to grow your career while making a real impact close to home.The Registered Nurse (RN) – Women's Services provides comprehensive nursing care to patients in the Women's Services unit, including obstetrics, labor and delivery, postpartum, and neonatal care. The RN utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure optimal patient outcomes and safety in accordance with hospital policies and nursing standards.Essential FunctionsProvides direct patient care in the obstetrics, labor and delivery, postpartum, and nursery unitsDevelops, implements, and evaluates individualized care plans for mothers and infantsMonitors fetal heart tones, vital signs, and patient status throughout labor and postpartumAdministers medications, performs procedures, and assists physicians with exams and deliveriesEducates patients and families on postpartum care, infant care, breastfeeding, and discharge instructionsDocuments all assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately and promptlyParticipates in emergency response situations, including neonatal resuscitation and postpartum hemorrhageCollaborates with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and facilitate discharge planningMaintains a safe and clean environment in compliance with infection control standardsParticipates in staff training, competency assessments, and quality improvement initiativesKnowledge/Skills/Abilities/ExpectationsStrong clinical knowledge in obstetric and neonatal careAbility to work in high-stress, fast-paced environmentsProficient in electronic medical records (EMR) and fetal monitoring systemsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient and family interactionsAbility to prioritize tasks and respond quickly to emergenciesKnowledge of infection control practices and safety protocolsDemonstrates professionalism, empathy, and patient-centered careQualificationsEducationAssociate Degree in Nursing (ADN) requiredBachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferredLicense/CertificationCurrent state RN license or compact state equivalent requiredBasic Life Support (BLS) as required per facility policyNeonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) as required per facility policyAdvanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) as required per facility policyFetal Monitoring Certification as required per facility policyPediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) as required per facility policyExperienceMinimum of six (6) months of obstetrical nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred