Registered Nurse - Labor & Delivery

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: Our Birthplace (LDRP)/ Labor & Delivery (LDR) unit facilitates family centered care for low and high risk antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum mothers and newborns. In addition, we provide surgical procedures and triage for GYN patients. Specialized training is provided for all aspects of obstetrical and GYN care. St. Joseph’s Health has earned the Best Maternity Hospital designation by Newsweek for the second consecutive year. Newsweek’s list names the top 350 leading hospitals for maternity care in the U.S., divided into two performance categories: five ribbon hospitals (161 institutions) and four ribbon hospitals (189 institutions) and is designed to help maternity patients pick the best place to achieve the happy outcome of a healthy child and mother. Congratulations to the entire Women and Infants Services team on this well-deserved honor. Responsibilities: Responsible for collaboration, communication & facilitation of optimal family centered provision of care, family/caregiver education, goal setting, and critical thinking. Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring & evaluation of the patient's plan of care from admission to discharge. Attend and support care of newborns during high-risk deliveries. Provide quality patient monitoring, med/surge nursing interventions and hands on skills including monitoring labor & delivery, post-surgical care, respiratory support and more. Collaborative team approach: Our interdisciplinary team includes, OB providers, certified nurse midwives, registered nurses, lactation consultants, social workers, and spiritual care. Ensures quality nursing care is rendered to all patients in accordance with the New York Nurse Practice Act, National Standards of Practice, and Nursing and Clinical Service standards of care and practice. Ensure a seamless, effective, efficient transition of care across the continuum. Participates in monitoring quality metrics specific to the department & ensure complete & accurate documentation in the patient record. Act as 1) mentor; 2) clinician; 3) educator; 4) consultant/collaborator; and 5) navigator. Education, Training, Experience, Certification and Licensure: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and current licensure in the State of New York. Baccalaureate Degree in the Science of Nursing (BSN) degree from an accredited school of nursing preferred, according to NYS requirements. *GN’s or RN’s with Specialty credentialing & educational degree according to clinical nursing practice specialty area preferred. Maintains all licensures and certifications according to NYS regulations and specialty area requirements. Participates in continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise. Career Advancement Opportunities: Clinical ladder advancement with experience, staff engagement, and national certification. Career path to leadership roles. Pay Range: $38.75- $58.95 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr